Head of Finance

Jenson Fisher Consulting Ltd; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful SME in Glenrothes is seeking a Head of Finance to take full ownership of the finance function and provide strategic insight. This hands-on role involves leadership of the finance team, financial reporting, and active involvement in decision-making processes. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with experience in an SME environment and strong communication skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic business.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with proven experience in a lead finance role.
• Strong technical background with a commercial mindset.
• Experience in SME environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day finance operations, including reporting.
• Preparation of management accounts, budgets, and forecasts.
• Manage audit processes and maintain internal controls.
• Develop and mentor the finance team.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Proactive improvement

Education

Qualified accountant (CA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

Jenson Fisher are delighted to be retained by our client, a successful and growing SME based in Glenrothes, to recruit a Head of Finance. This is a unique opportunity to join an established, multi-national business with a £10m turnover and play a pivotal role in its future development and success.

As Head of Finance, you will work closely with the Managing Director as a key figure within the senior leadership team, taking full ownership of the finance function and providing strategic insight to support business growth. This is a hands‑on role suited to a commercially‑minded finance professional with strong technical expertise and the ability to lead a small finance team through a period of business change.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day‑to‑day finance operations, including month‑end and year‑end reporting.
• Preparation of management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analysis.
• Provide financial insight to support strategic planning and commercial decision‑making.
• Manage the audit process and maintain strong internal controls.
• Oversee payroll, VAT returns, and statutory compliance.
• Work closely with operational teams to drive performance and profitability.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.

Requirements

• A fully qualified accountant (CA/ACCA/CIMA).
• In possession of proven experience in a similar lead finance role, critically involved within an SME environment.
• Strong technically with a commercial mindset.
• An excellent communicator with first class stakeholder management abilities.
• Proactive with a hands‑on approach with a focus on continuous improvement.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious finance leader to make a real impact within a dynamic and supportive business.

To be considered please submit your CV by clicking the link alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Martin Crines, Director at Jenson Fisher Consulting.

As this is a retained assignment, all applications and enquiries must be directed exclusively to Jenson Fisher. We are managing the recruitment process on behalf of our client and will be your first point of contact.