Finance Director

Overview

We are looking for a seasoned Finance Director to spearhead financial operations, ensuring precise reporting, rigorous controls, and insightful commercial input. This hands-on leadership position suits a candidate eager to make a meaningful impact in a growing SME environment by enhancing processes and driving business expansion. The role is based in Thame, England, with flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Company Profile

Our client is a rapidly growing company investing in expansion both across the UK and internationally. They seek a commercially astute finance leader to guide the finance department and support strategic growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver financial analyses to underpin strategic business decisions.
• Lead initiatives focused on optimizing pricing, profitability, and margin enhancement.
• Assess investment opportunities and develop comprehensive business cases.
• Support financial planning on an international scale with expanding overseas operations.
• Head the finance team, including oversight of the Bookkeeper.
• Compile monthly management accounts along with budgets and forecasts.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and key performance indicator reporting.
• Track profitability while identifying trends and anomalies affecting performance.
• Uphold strong financial controls and ensure compliance standards.
• Supervise month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Collaborate closely with external accountants and audit teams.
• Handle VAT, tax compliance, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, and payroll functions.
• Enhance financial systems, reporting capabilities, and automate processes where possible.
• Contribute to ERP and accounting software optimization efforts.

Qualifications and Skills

• Professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Proven experience in a senior finance role with similar responsibilities.
• Comprehensive understanding of UK accounting standards.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modelling techniques.
• Experience dealing with international trading and multi-currency accounting complexities.
• Familiarity with accounting software including Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, or comparable platforms.
• Strong analytical capabilities with adept problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication aptitude to effectively convey financial concepts to non-financial audiences.

Personal Attributes

• Commercially oriented mindset with business acumen.
• Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proactive attitude focused on finding solutions.
• Reliability and integrity in professional conduct.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-growing environment.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Competitive salary package.
• Hybrid working model combining office and remote work.
• Modern office facilities in Thame, Oxfordshire, including on-site parking.
• Chance to significantly influence the expansion of an international business.
• Collaborative and supportive workplace culture.
• Opportunities for career advancement aligned with company growth.

Additional Information

This role offers a unique chance to be a vital contributor to a flourishing international business. Partnering directly with the leadership team, you will shape financial strategies that support ambitious growth and enhance operational efficiency. Candidates eager for a role with substantial impact and responsibility are encouraged to consider this opportunity.