Head of Finance

Permanent
Braintree
Essex
70000 - 75000
Accountancy & Finance
JOB-13114

Are you interested in joining an established, family-owned SME and contribute to the continued success of a finance team? Are you a proactive and dependable individual seeking a senior role where development and growth is a priority?

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Head of Finance to join a thriving SME located in Braintree. The business has grown considerably over the last few years as they strive to become industry-leaders within their specialised sector.

Responsibilities:
As a Head of Finance, you will…

  • Be accountable for maintaining strong financial management and ensuring that operations function smoothly and efficiently.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and foster professional relationships by delivering comprehensive commercial insights regarding inventory, profitability, margin analysis and more.
  • Serve as a commercial partner to the Managing Director, supporting business strategy, identifying opportunities for process and technological enhancements, and taking leadership on the financial aspects of business decisions.
  • Take lead on various financial projects and supporting the Managing Director with budgeting, forecasting, internal financial reporting, KPI’s, and cashflow.

Requirements:
As a Head of Finance, you will need…

  • Proficiency in analysing P&L statements and company accounts, having a strong grasp of the factors influencing profitability and cost management.
  • Expertise in preparing annual budgets and forecasts, coordinating with other leaders to prioritise expenses.
  • Proven examples of implementing new systems and strategies.
  • An established accounting qualification.

Benefits:
As a Head of Finance, you will get…

  • Salary of £70-75k.
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

If you wish to lead and inspire a successful team within a respected organisation, we encourage you to apply today!

Rutherford Briant is passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage underrepresented talent to apply to vacancies with us. We are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics.

James Lassey

Director

+44 (0)1371 832 922