Head of Finance

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Cornwall is looking for a Head of Finance to guide financial direction and improve performance. This senior role involves strategic leadership, oversight of international operations, and management of robust financial controls, ensuring compliance and effective support of business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial regulation knowledge and proven strategic experience.

Benefits

Company pension

Additional holidays for length of service

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount for personal and gift use

On-site parking

Sick pay

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior finance role with strategic responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and standards, including IFRS and GAAP.
• Excellent analytical, strategic planning and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies that support company growth.
• Oversee accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and liquidity management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic planning

Organisational skills

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or equivalent

Tools

Sage

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Job Types:Part-time (approx. 3 days / 21–24 hours per week).

Work Location: Helston, Cornwall

Schedule:Working days and hours to be agreed with the successful candidate.

About the job

We are seeking a commercially minded and strategic Head of Finance to lead the financial direction and performance of the company. This senior role will work closely with the Company Directors to shape financial direction and ensure the business is operating efficiently and compliantly. The role includes strategic financial leadership, oversight of international financial operations and management of robust financial controls to support business objectives. As Head of Finance, you will focus on high-level planning, strategic forecasting, funding, and compliance, while overseeing and supporting the Finance Manager in operational accounting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies that support the company’s long-term goals and growth.
• Lead on financial modelling, scenario planning, and business development.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, cash and liquidity management, ensuring adequate funding for operational needs within bank facilities.
• Oversee the management of accurate and timely financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly and annual
• management accounts.
• Review monthly reports prepared by the Finance Manager to provide strategic advice.
• Monitor and advise on the financial impact of operational and strategic decisions.
• Financial management of company assets and liabilities, within bank facilities, to include bank accounts, stock,
• Preparation of year-end accounts ready for submission to Companies House.
• Manage corporate tax planning and submissions, incorporating R&D tax credit refunds (CT600, P11D).
• Oversee financial operations of linked companies internationally.
• Ensure compliance with local, national and international financial regulations and standards.
• Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions, including negotiation of credit facilities or funding
• arrangements.
• Identify and manage financial risks, ensuring robust governance and internal control frameworks.
• Manage currency exchange risks and develop strategies to protect against international financial risks.
• Manage the capital structure and determine the appropriate capital mix.
• Lead, mentor and develop the finance team to ensure high performance and professional growth.

What you’ll bring to Fourth Element

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or equivalent
• Proven experience in a senior finance role with strategic responsibility
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and standards, including IFRS and GAAP
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent analytical, strategic planning and organisational skills
• High level of integrity and professionalism

Where you’ll be working

This role will be based in our head office in Helston, Cornwall

• Company pension
• Additional holidays for length of service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount for personal and gift use
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please let us know.