The Head of Finance is responsible for leading the financial strategy, management, and operations. This role ensures strong financial governance, effective cash flow management, and robust credit control processes to support sustainable business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership and Strategy
- Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with company objectives
- Provide strategic financial insights to the executive team
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting standards
Financial Management and Reporting
- Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
- Manage audits, tax compliance, and statutory reporting
- Monitor financial performance and recommend improvements
Cash Flow and Cash Allocation
- Oversee cash flow forecasting and liquidity management
- Ensure optimal cash allocation across operational needs
- Manage banking relationships, funding arrangements, and treasury activities
- Approve payments in line with company cash flow strategy
Credit Control & Accounts Receivable
- Lead and develop a strong credit control function
- Establish and enforce credit policies and procedures
- Monitor debtor balances, aging reports, and collection performance
- Oversee escalation and resolution of overdue accounts
- Work closely with sales and operations to improve billing and collections processes
Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team
- Drive high performance and continuous improvement
- Foster collaboration with other departments
Key Skills & Experience
- Significant senior finance leadership experience
- Strong expertise in cash flow management, cash allocation, and credit control
- Experience managing working capital and improving collections
- Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills
- Strong knowledge of financial systems and ERP platforms
Benefits
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
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