Financial Director

About us:VPZ are the UK’s No 1 Vape retailer. Since 2012, we have grown from just 1 store in Edinburgh to over 180 stores across the whole of the UK, and with lots of new store openings planned, we’re not stopping there. With 600+ employees, we are known for setting and driving the standards within the vape industry.About the role:You will have full responsibility for all financial aspects of the business. Analysing financial performance, advising Senior Management on your findings and implementing recommendations to achieve the most profitable results for the business.As an outstanding accountant, you will possess exceptional commercial acumen and strategic business insight. With excellent communication and mediation skills, you will be an operational leader, supporting our various business divisions, guiding them in planning and managing their departmental budgets. You will also have a proven ability in growing and managing a successful Finance team.The successful candidate will be eligible for share options on completion of probation. Please note this role requires 5 days on site here at Newbridge, EdinburghExperience required:Minimum 5-year expertise within a fast-paced similar sector (Retail or Manufacturing)You will have a proven track record in successfully implementing financial controls. You will be responsible for providing, and challenging, senior management colleagues with financial reporting and robust forecastingQualified Chartered AccountantHighly organised and motivatedSkills required:Excellent Stakeholder Management skillsExcellent interpersonal skills, able to motivate others and build effective relationshipsAble to manage change positively with teams and work at paceA desire to develop and grow with the businessLeadership skills