Finance Director

Working closely with MD and CEODevelop team, control budgeting, forecasting and cash flowManaging company funds, debt, and treasury functions. The Finance Director is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, strategic planning, and risk management to ensure long-term stability and growth and overall responsibility for Group reporting. Working closely with the MD, with dotted line responsibility for the senior finance managers at the subsidiary trading companies. Support the Group CEO and CFO (due to retire) to manage and develop the finance team, control budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and cash flow.Key Responsibilities Cash Flow and Liquidity: Managing company funds, debt, and treasury functions. Strategic Planning: Advising the Board/CEO on financial performance, growth strategies, and investment appraisal. Financial Control and Reporting: Monthly Management Accounts with commentary (both internal and bank), annual accounts (TB to auditors), managing audits, and proactive additional management information. Budgeting and Forecasting: Leading the budgeting process to align resources with company goals - rolling annual forecasts to be developed Compliance and Tax: Ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements, taxation, and regulatory bodies. Team Leadership: Mentoring and managing the internal finance team, plus two direct reports.Core Competencies and Qualifications Qualified Accountant: Typically ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification. Experience: ..... full job details .....