Axon Moore are delighted to be partnering with a well-established, nationally operating business based near to Wetherby to appoint their Finance Director.
The business offers a range of B2B products and services across multiple sites and has a fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture. They are seeking a financial leader who can strike a balance between offering strategic support and maintaining a ‘hands on’ presence in the business.
The role:The successful candidate will be a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for financial strategy, control, reporting and performance:
- Act as a commercial partner to the MD and leadership team, shaping pricing, investment cases and growth plans
- Identify and build new revenue opportunities, and put the business cases behind them
- Take ownership of stock and inventory control
- Seek out ways to improve margin and productivity
- Deliver accurate, timely management accounts, forecasts and budgets, and lead statutory accounts, audit and tax compliance
- Manage cash flow, funding, and capital planning
- Prepare board packs and meet the reporting and governance requirements of corporate shareholders
- Build strong relationships with the board, major customers, suppliers, operational teams, lenders and advisers
Candidate Requirements:
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with senior finance experience in a business of c. £30m–£100m turnover
- A proven record in inventory management, working capital and cost control
- Entrepreneurial, commercially curious and happy to roll your sleeves up
- Confident working with boards and shareholders, and equally comfortable spending time with operational teams across all facets of the business
- Experience of leading small teams and improving systems and processes
If you feel you have the required skills and experience to take on this role, please apply ASAP.