Head of Finance

Rubicon Recruitment Agency; Poole; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment agency seeks a commercially astute Head of Finance to drive financial performance for a growing SME in Poole. With responsibilities including monthly management accounts and strategic planning, the role demands a fully qualified accountant with leadership experience. Attractive perks include 25 days holiday, private medical cover, and a collaborative culture.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Private medical cover & health cashback plan

Birthday and long service vouchers

Autonomy to shape finance function

Strategic influence at board level

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with relevant certification.
• Senior finance experience in an SME or mid-sized business.
• Strong technical accounting and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate monthly management accounts and reports.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis.
• Manage cash flow, payroll, and cost control.
• Oversee compliance, audit, and financial controls.
• Drive systems and process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder communication

Education

CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent

Tools

SAP Business One

Job description

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Are you a commercially astute finance leader ready to shape the future of a growing SME? Do you thrive in a hands-on role where your insight drives strategic decisions? This is your opportunity to step into a pivotal Head of Finance position, reporting directly to the MD.

Join a purpose-driven manufacturing business with a global reputation for innovation and quality. As Head of Finance, you’ll lead a small, high-performing team and play a key role in driving financial performance, process improvement, and long-term growth.

As Head of Finance, you will benefit from:

• 25 days holiday (rising with service)
• Private medical cover & health cashback plan
• Birthday and long service vouchers
• Autonomy to shape the finance function
• Strategic influence at board level
• A collaborative, values-led culture

As Head of Finance, your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering accurate monthly management accounts, KPIs, and board reports
• Leading budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis
• Managing cash flow, payroll, and cost control
• Overseeing compliance, audit, and financial controls
• Driving systems and process improvements (SAP Business One)
• Supporting strategic planning and investment decisions

As Head of Finance, your experience will include:

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent)
• Advanced Excel and a systems-orientated mindset
• Senior finance experience in an SME or mid-sized business
• Strong technical accounting and reporting skills
• Proven leadership of a small finance team
• Commercial acumen and confident stakeholder communication

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Amber at Rubicon for more information.