At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a small finance function and oversee all financial operations including reporting and compliance.
- Company: Join a niche manufacturing SME in Slough, known for its people-centric approach.
- Benefits: Opportunity for strong growth over the next 3-5 years with a charismatic MD.
- Other info: Role involves liaising with banks and guiding on new ventures.
- Why this job: Ideal for ambitious FCs or seasoned Finance Directors seeking impactful roles.
- Qualifications: Experience in financial analysis and managing statutory accounts is essential.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
Jacob Grey have just partnered with a niche manufacturing SME in Slough to appoint a Number 1 in Finance. Ambitious FCs seeking their first FD role OR seasoned commercial Finance Directors will both be considered. This is a superb opportunity to join a successful, people-centric business, anticipating strong growth over the next 3-5 years.
Reporting to and working closely with a charismatic and ambitious MD, your duties will include:
- Leading and developing a small finance function
- Responsibility for the Annual Statutory accounts (including bringing in-house)
- Overseeing all day-to-day financial operations and compliance including monthly financial reporting, year end, budgets, cashflow, VAT, debt, etc
- Introducing and streamlining financial processes
- Working closely with the CEO/MD to provide commercial insight based on in-depth financial analysis, which may include reviewing sales margins, existing cost base, business processes, materials, etc
- Guiding and advising the MD on the viability of new ventures via analysis and previous experience including scenarios such as expanding overseas, new acquisitions, etc
- Stock accounting and WIP
- Liaising with banks and other external bodies
- Raising capital where applicable
- Making recommendations for investment where applicable
- Acting as a business partner to, and working closely with, the Operations teams
Head of Finance employer: Jacob Grey
This successful SME in Slough prioritises a people-centric culture and anticipates significant growth. Employees benefit from working closely with a charismatic MD and have opportunities to influence strategic decisions.
We think you need these skills to ace Head of Finance
Financial Reporting
Statutory Accounts Preparation
Budget Management
Cashflow Management
VAT Compliance
Debt Management
Financial Process Streamlining
