Head of Finance

A FTSE 250 Housing and Construction group is seeking to appoint a Head of Finance to their team in Leicester.

The Role

As the Head of Finance, you will have responsibility for the timely production of accurate financial reporting over the East Midlands business. Working closely with the East Midlands Divisional board, the role will offer financial support and guidance to continually improve the financial performance and cash collection of the business.

Key duties of the Head of Finance will include:

• Leadership and management of the financial activities within this East Midlands Division
• Participating in the planning and development of the East Midlands Divisions strategy and advising on the financial impact of long-range planning
• Producing/reviewing monthly management accounts and forecasts in line with the Division’s deadlines and working to the requirements of the Regional FD
• Identifying financial risk and opportunity within the East Midlands business and working closely with the board and senior managers to effectively manage these
• Ensuring compliance with group requirements around speculative sale financial reporting and maintaining TPP forecasts - dealing with the financial requirements of the East Midlands Division joint ventures
• Assisting the business unit board on financial issues that impact budgeting to ensure continued improvement of the process throughout the region.
• Providing strategic financial input and leadership on decision making that will affect the East Midlands Division
• Leading, motivating and energising the financial interests of the Division by establishing a clear vision and strong communication
• In conjunction with Finance Manager, ensuring all financial information and procedures comply with Group accounting standards and policy

The Ideal Candidate

The successful Head of Finance will ideally have the following:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA/ACMA qualification with at least 5 years’ experience operating within a senior Finance position
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout the UK occasionally as required
• Experience working at a senior level within a UK construction/housebuilding organisation (desirable)
• Demonstrable financial management and commercial experience with a strong track record of supporting business growth
• Leadership and teamwork skills with the entrepreneurial ability to operate and excel in a changing and rapidly growing environment
• Well-developed analytical, oral and presentation/communication skills
• Ability to formulate financial plans (long term and tactical) and ensure full engagement
• Gravitas and ability to influence change and build strong financial management within the business

On Offer

• Permanent, full time contract
• £60,000 - £70,000 per annum
• Excellent benefits including bonus and car
• Opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting construction projects

Apply Now

If you would like to apply for this Head of Finance role based in Leicester, please get in contact with your CV today.