At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial planning and reporting for a growing robotics engineering company.
- Company: Innovative robotics firm offering a flexible 4-day work week.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and a focus on work-life balance.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Shape the finance function in an exciting phase of commercial growth.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance, strong Xero skills, and a hands-on approach.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Director to join an innovative and growing robotics engineering company offering a 4-day working week and flexible working. The company is moving from significant R&D and technology development into an exciting phase of commercial growth and is looking for a hands-on Finance Director to help develop its financial planning, reporting, systems and controls.
The Role
- Financial planning, forecasting and cash-flow management
- Developing and optimising the use of Xero
- Board and investor financial reporting
- Improving financial controls and data accuracy
- Management reporting and commercial analysis
- Supporting future implementation of Fathom Finance and CRM integration
- Innovate UK financial reporting
- R&D tax credits and capital allowances
- Supporting asset and intangible/IP valuation
- Working closely with external accountants and advisers
- Providing financial and commercial insight as the business grows
About You
- We are looking for an experienced senior finance professional / Finance Director with strong Xero experience
- Financial forecasting and cash-flow planning experience
- Management and Board reporting experience
- Strong commercial awareness
- Experience improving financial systems, processes and controls
- Confidence working with senior leadership, Boards and/or investors
- A hands-on approach suited to a growing business
Experience within an engineering, robotics, automation, technology or high-growth SME would be advantageous. Knowledge of Fathom, R&D tax credits, capital allowances or intangible asset/IP valuation would also be beneficial.
Working Pattern
This is a full-time role across a 4-day working week, with hybrid and flexible working. A minimum of two days per week in the Nottingham office is required. A fantastic opportunity to help shape the finance function of an ambitious robotics engineering company as it enters an important stage of commercial growth.
Finance Director employer: Chiltern Park Recruitment
Join a forward-thinking robotics engineering company that champions a 4-day working week and flexible working arrangements, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to shape financial strategies in a dynamic environment while enjoying the benefits of a supportive team and a vibrant Nottingham location. This role not only offers competitive remuneration but also the chance to be part of a transformative phase in the company's journey, making it an ideal workplace for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
