Head of Finance

ACORN RECRUITMENT LIMITED; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Skelmersdale is seeking a Head of Finance to oversee financial operations and reporting. This full-time, permanent role will involve managing a finance team while shaping the financial strategy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial leadership and treasury management, offering a competitive salary with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial leadership in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of treasury management and financial controls.
• Analytical and detail-oriented with commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management including cash flow and statutory reporting.
• Prepare forecasts, budgets, and management accounts.
• Lead a finance team and support strategic decisions with financial analysis.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Analysis

Treasury Management

Financial Reporting

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Communication

Job description

Job description

Head of Finance - Skelmersdale

Full-time | Permanent

Salary up to £55k

Acorn by Synergie is proudly recruiting on behalf of our well-established client for a talented and experienced Finance Manager/ Head of Finance to join their senior leadership team based in Skelmersdale.

This is a brilliant opportunity to step into a high-profile role with full responsibility for financial operations, reporting, and team leadership. You'll work closely with the Managing Director and be a key player in shaping the financial strategy and future success of the business.

The Role:

As the Head of Finance, you'll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management, from treasury operations to statutory reporting, while leading and developing a dedicated finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all accounting processes.

- Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and liquidity through effective treasury oversight.

- Deliver timely financial reports to the Managing Director and senior stakeholders.

- Prepare monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets, and year-end statutory accounts.

- Support strategic decisions with insightful financial analysis.

- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and internal controls.

- Continuously improve finance processes and systems to drive operational excellence.

- Line manage three direct reports

- Act as the key contact for auditors, tax advisors, and external partners.

About You:

- Proven experience in a financial leadership role, in a fast-paced sector.

- Strong understanding of treasury management, financial controls, and reporting frameworks.

- Confident team leader with a hands-on approach and excellent mentoring skills.

- Ability to communicate clearly and influence stakeholders at all levels.

- Analytical, detail-oriented, and commercially aware.

What's in it for you?

- A pivotal leadership role in a forward-thinking business.

- Career progression opportunities in a growing organisation.

- A supportive, collaborative working environment where your input really counts.

Interested?

Apply now or contact Acorn by Synergie to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.