Finance Director - Reed : Job Details

Finance Director

• Location: South Norfolk
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: £70,000 - £100,000

Reed Finance Norwich are delighted to be working exclusively to recruit a dynamic and entrepreneurial Finance Director to join our client's leadership team, which includes the Operations Director, Growing Director, and Managing Director. This role is pivotal as our client embarks on a new and exciting chapter of growth and excellence.

Day-to-day of the role:

• 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 optimize the finance operation to adapt to changing conditions.
• Develop professional relationships with our clients’ finance counterparts and their teams
• Management of small finance team

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 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:

• Discretionary bonus
• Private medical
• BUPA medical cash plan
• Staff discounts with various retailers
• Company pension scheme
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Participation in strategic decision-making.

If you have the relevant qualifications and experience for this Finance Director opportunity, please apply online with a copy of your CV attached.

If you have any queries regarding the vacancy, please call Reed Finance Norwich and ask for Cal.