Finance & IT Director

Greenwell Gleeson has exclusively been retained to recruit for a Finance Director role for a fast growing, innovative B2B business. Having expanded into Europe and the US the business is well placed to continue with their growth plans.



Key Duties:
*Quickly build credibility with the Executive team
*Develop, implement, maintain robust controls and ensure all risks are identified and managed
*Devise and develop a group structure in line with business activities
*Develop financial and tax strategies in line with organisational objectives
*Deliver timely and accurate reporting & KPI's for local management and Group including full statutory accounts.
*Lead the identification, selection & configuration and implementation of new ERP system
*Shape the suite of reports that will drive the commercial decision making process of the operational
*Work with the Executive team and Group to drive the strategic direction. Always seeking to maximise Profit & Cash generation.

Practical Experience
*Hold recognised accountancy qualification
*Experience of working in the lead finance role within an SME (Essential)
*Experience of working in a projects/contracts led environment (Essential)
*Strong IT skills with experience of selecting, implementing and bespoking IT systems (Essential)
*Provide a demonstrable track record in delivering excellent control and reporting frameworks.
*Provide a demonstrable track record in supporting the commercial decision making process, ultimately driving profit & cash optimisation

Personality Traits
*Demonstrates a Can do Attitude and always delivering on tasks though to a conclusion
*Intuitively able to comprehend business needs and taking appropriate decisions to drive business growth and improvement
*Hands on with an eye for detail but able to appreciate the bigger picture
*Adaptable character, strong enough to challenge whilst at the same time able to build long-term relationships with management and group