Finance Director

Finance Director

FTC, Liverpool, competitive salary

This is an opportunity for an experienced FD/ accountant to join a leading creative agency with offices in the North West and London. Serving some of the leading international brands the company has an excellent reputation and an enviable client base.

A key position responsible for the smooth running of the organisation's entire financial function. You will be a key part of the senior management team responsible for the sustainable growth of the business in line with the business vision and strategy.

The role:

This is a hands on role, reporting into the MD. The position has two direct reports, a company accountant and a bookkeeper. It is also responsible for oversight of business operation including FM, Legal, H&S and compliance.

Main Responsibilities:

• Providing strategic consultation to MD and senior management team to align with growth plans.
• Line management of company accountant and bookkeeper.
• Managing risk within the business both financially and legally.
• Manage company-wide budgetary planning.
• Oversee, review, and adhere to the budgets for each company department.
• Analyse the financial climate and market trends to assist the SMT in creating strategic plans for the future.
• Interpret complex financial information and provide updates and information.
• Monitor cash flow, project profitability, and other financial information.
• Collating the monthly management information for discussion with the senior management team including presenting information and recommendations to ensure the most profitable outcomes.
• Reviewing tools, systems and reporting to ensure the company is provided with the right information.
• Oversight of the operations team, helping to drive efficiencies and ensure smooth running of the business.

What we are looking for:

To be successful, you will need to be a fully qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA accountant. We would expect you to have at least 5 years' experience gained in an agency environment and a strong understanding the nuances of professional services accounting. You'll have supported a business in corporate negotiations, have strong financial modelling skills and risk assessment / management experience. In addition to these technical strengths, you also need to be a strong motivator, enthusiastic, not afraid to roll up your sleeves in order to drive high standards both in our financial management and across all the supporting functions.

If you feel you might be a good fit, then don't hesitate to let us have your CV. The is a fixed term contract, initially for around 9 month full time to cover maternity, for the right applicant we envisage opportunities for the successful applicant to be retained in a consultancy role.

By applying for this role, your details will be sent to Ortolan People, who are acting as consultants for the hiring company. Ortolan People are engaged to provide recruitment support in processing applications. We will endeavour to respond to all applicants within three working days. Occasionally for roles with a very high volume of applicants, this may not be possible.