Finance Director

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Finance Director

Application Deadline: 28 February 2025

Department: Finance

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Norwich

Reporting To: Managing Director

Description

We are looking for a dynamic and hands-on Finance Director to join our team of Directors covering Norwich and Ely, which includes the Operations Director, the Growing Director, and the Managing Director. This role is pivotal for us as we aim for growth and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives.
• Provide clear and regular financial insights to the Directors and senior team to aid decision-making and drive business performance.
• Lead the operational financial team, ensuring effective management and oversight at all levels, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Stay informed about industry trends and market dynamics affecting the company sector, providing strategic recommendations based on analysis.
• Evaluate and approve new business project proposals and investments.
• Monitor cash flow, manage key banking relationships, and ensure sufficient liquidity to meet operational needs and support growth initiatives.
• Proactively identify profit, income, and margin improvement opportunities across all areas of the business.
• Collaborate with various operational teams to identify opportunities and mitigate risks to achieve annual financial targets.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Lead the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting process, involving all relevant budget holders.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and tax returns in compliance with UK regulations and standards.
• Manage the annual audit and preparation of monthly management accounts and board packs.
• Implement cost-saving measures to increase profitability and continually optimise the finance operation to adapt to changing conditions.
• Develop professional relationships with our clients' finance counterparts and their teams.
• Management of the finance team.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
• Proven experience as a Finance Director.
• Strong understanding of P&L management and accounting principles.
• Expertise in financial planning, analysis, reporting, and management.
• Strong knowledge of UK financial regulations and compliance.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and innovate within the finance team.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on strategic thinking and decision-making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of presenting complex financial information to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to build trust and cooperation at all levels of the organisation.

Benefits

• Annual KPI based bonus
• Private medical insurance
• BUPA medical cash plan
• Electric car scheme
• Group life
• Retail discounts
• Company pension scheme