Head of Finance - Bedfordshire, United Kingdom - Vitae Financial Recruitment Limited

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Our client, a market leader in its specialist field with a stellar reputation for quality, is looking to hire a credible Head of Finance to join its team.

Reporting directly to the MD, this role will play a key role in delivering finance strategy, drivingperformance of the business and developing strong financial controls.


Main duties include:

  • Responsibility for the forecasting of the business P&L, balance sheet and inventory position
  • Member of the Management Team, supporting setting the strategic direction of the business
  • Closure and sign off for the financial statements at month and year end
  • Prepare and present at Board Meetings
  • Provide strategic analysis to assist business planning and decision making
  • Prepare budgets
  • Manage all capital expenditure
  • Develop direct reports through coaching and support
  • Attend business review meetings with key stakeholders

Key skills and experience required:

  • Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
  • Strong technical accounting skills and knowledge of accounting standards, coupled with impressive commercial awareness and proven business partnering
  • Planning, budgeting and forecasting skills
  • Proven track record shaping and delivering strategy
  • Proactive and positive approach, track record of problem solving
  • Ability to influence at all levels and build relationships with ease
  • Proven leader, capable of managing a range of skills levels and backgrounds
  • Strong industry experience gained in product/manufacturing related environments

This is a highly exciting opportunity for a driven and commercially astute Head of Finance to be given real autonomy and agency to add value and play a pivotal part in securing future success for the business.

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