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14d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Banking & Finance
  • Birmingham, +26

AI generated summary

  • You must be a qualified accountant with project accounting experience, strong commercial awareness, change management skills, ERP implementation knowledge, and leadership capabilities.
  • You will lead a finance team, develop financial systems, manage budgeting, prepare reports, oversee cashflow, handle statutory accounts, and maintain external relationships to drive strategy.

Requirements

  • - A technically strong qualified accountant who can deliver robust financial planning, financial control, reporting and compliance and fully up to date with GAAP / IFRS reporting
  • - Experience of working at the forefront of an international finance team, ideally within engineering / manufacturing
  • - Project accounting experience is essential
  • - High attention to detail balanced with strong commercial awareness and business acumen
  • - Proven capability in delivering great efficiency in finance through the leadership and development of a small team and improvement of systems and processes
  • - Passionate about being in the business and someone who has energy and drive
  • - Great communication, presentation and influencing skills
  • - Strong interpersonal skills and resilience
  • - Experience of change and transformation to include the implementation of a new ERP system
  • - Someone who thrives in an environment where there is significant opportunity to improve financial controls and processes
  • - Able to get into the detail but remain strategic and able to resolve issues with sustainable solutions
  • - Able to plan effectively and meet deadlines
  • - Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK on a permanent full-time basis

Responsibilities

  • Leadership of a small team covering the operational business in relation to Group Accounting, FP&A, TAX, VAT, and Treasury
  • Development and continuous improvement of financial systems, procedures and processes including automation innovation to support current and future business efficiency, to include the implementation of a new ERP system
  • Ownership of the business planning and budgeting process with ongoing review
  • Preparation and presentation of timely and insightful financial reports and analysis to review historic performance and drive business improvement
  • Management of cashflow and working capital forecasts ensuring strong cash collection and treasury management
  • Preparation of statutory accounts and returns
  • External relationship management including auditors, banks, and external advisors
  • Supporting and influencing the delivery of strategy to meet shorter term commercial goals and medium to long term objectives

FAQs

What is the base salary for the Head of Group Finance position?

The base salary for the Head of Group Finance position is up to £130,000, subject to experience.

What are the key responsibilities of the Head of Group Finance?

Key responsibilities include leading a small team in Group Accounting, FP&A, TAX, VAT, and Treasury, developing financial systems and processes, managing the business planning and budgeting process, preparing financial reports, managing cash flow, and external relationship management.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates must be qualified accountants with experience in financial planning, control, reporting, and compliance, as well as familiarity with GAAP/IFRS reporting.

What type of experience is preferred for this position?

Preference is given to candidates with experience in an international finance team, particularly within engineering or manufacturing, and those with project accounting experience.

Is project accounting experience necessary for this role?

Yes, project accounting experience is essential for this role.

What kind of work environment is expected for this position?

The role requires a dynamic environment where there are opportunities for significant improvement in financial controls and processes.

What skills are emphasized for candidates applying for this position?

Candidates should possess strong communication, presentation, and influencing skills, along with strong interpersonal skills, resilience, and a balance of attention to detail and commercial awareness.

Is experience in implementing a new ERP system important for the Head of Group Finance?

Yes, experience of change and transformation, including the implementation of a new ERP system, is important for this role.

Where is the Head of Group Finance role based?

The role is primarily based in Southeast England, with a hybrid working arrangement.

How do I apply for the Head of Group Finance position?

To apply, please forward your CV along with details of your current salary, benefits, and notice period.

Will I receive feedback on my application?

Due to the high volume of applications, individual feedback will not be provided. If you do not hear from us within 10 days, unfortunately, your application will not have been successful.

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