Finance Director

Recruiter
Equity FD.
Location
Devon
Salary
Up to £100k + benefits + possible equity
Posted
22 Mar 2017
Closes
27 Mar 2017
Ref
RDPT2
Job Title
Finance Director
Experience Levels
Qualified Accountant
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Main purpose of the job

Lead the finance department to provide effective management of the company’s finances and support the rest of the management team in the strategic management of the group.  Within a PE backed environment, maintain appropriate controls, forecasts and commercial analyses ensuring timely and accurate reports and accounts, and through these assist the business in achieving its objectives. 

Main tasks

  • Strategic management
  • Work with the team as a motivator, facilitator and driver for financial performance with the emphasis on cash in addition to profit
  • Manage the working capital of the business in a balanced way to reduce debt whilst maximising sales and margin opportunities
  • Effective management of a small finance team
  • Production of budgets and appropriate re-forecasts in the required timescales
  • Produce and maintain reporting systems including trend analysis and financial modelling
  • Provide timely, accurate and relevant information to fully support the business
  • Implement rolling cash forecasts to ensure future compliance with covenants
  • Ensure appropriate credit control and treasury policies are in place
  • Responsible for the effective management of stakeholder relationships including Investors and Bank
  • Ensure suitable and robust financial controls are maintained across the company
  • Lead and control the annual audit process
  • Ensure legal and regulatory compliance
  • Responsible for ensuring hardware and software are fit for purpose for current operations

Preferred Profile and Experience

  • Must be prepared to get their hands dirty; there is currently a small accounts team which will need scaling as the business grows. 
  • Must have some knowledge or worked in a retail environment, and have a strong understanding of importance of product margins in a retail business.
  • Experience/understanding of how to work in a fast growing business (sales grew by 50% in 2016 and currently tracking 40%+ in the current financial year).
  • PE experience is preferable but not a pre-requisite
  • This position could suit a group FC who has been deputy to a very good Group FD or CFO
  • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
  • Team player, able to forge strong working relationships across the company
  • High energy and drive