Head Of Finance & Central Services

Lord Search & Selection; Leyfields; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a finance professional in Tamworth to oversee the production and delivery of financial information. Reporting to the CFO, the role demands expertise in business reporting, systems improvement, and significant stakeholder management. Candidates should be professionally qualified, have strong problem-solving skills, and ideally possess experience with Microsoft Business Central ERP System. This position offers a competitive salary of approximately £70,000, alongside benefits, playing a crucial role in shaping the financial future of a fast-growing company.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified and computer literate.
• Experience in business reporting and systems improvement.
• Ability to interpret financial data.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for financial information production and delivery.
• Provide forecasts and meet statutory requirements.
• Oversee financial and strategic planning systems.

Skills

Strong stakeholder management skills

Problem-solving attitude

Systems improvement experience

Financial data interpretation

Proactive mindset

Education

Professionally qualified

Tools

Microsoft Business Central ERP System

Job description

Electronic Equipment & Solutions

c. £70,000 + Benefits

Location: Tamworth

The Role

Reporting to the CFO based in Europe, you will be responsible for the production, consolidation and delivery of financial information at both subsidiary and Group level. This will include providing forecasts and meeting statutory requirements as well as overseeing the continued development of the company's financial and strategic planning systems.

This is a role that combines the need for a practical, hands-on finance professional, prepared to tackle fundamental operational issues, with the intellect and credibility to develop long‑term business objectives and to operate at the highest levels within a dynamic, international manufacturing group.

The Person

• Professionally qualified and computer literate
• A "can‑do" attitude and an inquisitive mindset with a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Proven experience in systems improvement and business reporting.
• Ability to interpret financial data and translate business requirements into system enhancements.
• Hands‑on experience in investigating, optimising and improving business systems.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to partner effectively with European‑based finance and operational teams.
• Ideally with experience of Microsoft Business Central ERP System.

The Company

A European market leader, backed by the resources of a €multi‑billion parent, our client is a highly successful and profitable designer and manufacturer of a range of electronic equipment and solutions for a prestigious portfolio of end‑user customers within the Construction, Rail and Civil Engineering sectors. Their success can be directly attributed to focusing on adding value through expert design, precision manufacturing, quality products and the highest levels of customer service.

How to Apply

This is an exciting and hugely enjoyable role, supporting a high‑calibre senior executive team to grow the business, playing a significant role in their future strategic direction and commercial success.

So, if you are looking for a fresh and stimulating opportunity, where you can make a real contribution to the future success and strategic direction of a fast‑growing and dynamic company, then look no further. Please apply attaching your full CV, with details of your current remuneration details quoting job reference number 10219.