Head of Finance

Jmf Associates; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JMF Associates, in partnership with a North Kent construction client, seeks a Commercial Head of Finance. You will oversee the finance function across several entities, delivering robust controls and insights to drive profitability and efficiency.

This hands-on role reports to the Managing Director and partners with the senior leadership to steer strategic decisions. The role requires ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent, strong Excel/Sage skills, and proven cash flow management, with experience across

Qualifications

• Qualified or working towards ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification.
• Experience of working within the construction sector.
• Experience of working for an SME.
• Excellent systems skills and advanced Excel.
• First rate interpersonal skills, presenting to the Board and liaising with HMRC and banks.

Responsibilities

• Experience in a number 1 finance role.
• A CIMA/ACCA/ACA Qualified Accountant.
• Strong Sage and Excel skills with management accounts, budgeting, and forecasting experience.
• Good knowledge of CIS.
• Proven cash flow forecasting and management skills.
• Experience working across multiple entities or group companies.

Job description

JMF Associates is exclusively partnering with a reputable construction firm based in North Kent that is seeking an ACCA/CIMA Qualified Commercial Head of Finance. Reporting to the Managing Director, the Commercial Head of Finance will oversee the finance function across multiple entities, ensuring robust financial controls and delivering commercial insights to support operational and growth initiatives. Your expertise in financial management, coupled with commercial analysis, will be vital in driving profitability and efficiency. As a key member of the senior leadership team, you'll influence strategic decisions, optimise cash flow, and enhance financial systems to support the company's continued success.

Responsibilities of the Head of Finance Role:-

• Experience in a number 1 finance role
• A CIMA/ACCA/ACA Qualified Accountant
• Strong Sage and Excel skills with management accounts, budgeting, and forecasting experience
• Good knowledge of CIS.
• Proven cash flow forecasting and management skills.
• Experience working across multiple entities or group companies.

Requirements of the Head of Finance Role:-

• Qualified or working towards ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification.
• Experience of working within the construction sector
• Experience of working for an SME
• Excellent systems skills and advanced Excel
• First rate interpersonal skills, presenting to the Board and liaising with HMRC and banks
• Office based with free parking on site

This role would suit a hands-on, yet strategically minded senior finance professional with previous experience working with SME environments, particularly in the construction industry. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career while making an impact within a thriving business and closely partner with the Managing Director in driving the business forward.