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Robert Half are delighted to be supporting a PE backed SME on the recruitment of a Head of Finance to join the team on a full-time and permanent basis.
This role will report directly to the Managing Director, collaborating closely with the senior leadership team. This is a very exciting position for someone seeking a no.1 role in Finance, with further growth potential as the business develops.
Our client is based in Shepton Mallet and adopt a hybrid approach to office/home working although there is an expectation to be initially fully office based for initial training and induction.
Responsibilities of the Head of Finance include but are not limited to:
- Overseeing all finance activities and processes.
- Preparing monthly management accounts and presenting results to the Board.
- Managing cash flow, WIP, and preparing forecasts and budgets.
- Developing finance routines for accuracy and efficiency.
- Overseeing payroll processing and VAT/P11D preparation.
- Analysing financial date and contributing to business strategy.
- Managing and developing a finance team of 2.
- Ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and liaising with external advisors, shareholders, and HMRC.
Your Profile:
- Qualified Finance professional with experience managing a finance department ideally within a SME environment.
- ACA, CIMA or ACCA Qualification is desired, but we are also open to candidates who are qualified by experience.
- Solid understanding of project accounting and WIP.
- Strong leadership and stakeholder relationship skills.
- Experience using SAGE 200 is desirable, but not essential.
In return, the successful candidate can expect a salary of between £70,000 to £90,000 plus benefits including 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), 5% employer pension contribution, private medical care and life insurance.
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