Head of Finance
Essex
Up to £90,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work on behalf of one of the fastest growing SME FM Service providers in the UK right now! Due to their impressive growth strategy they have an exciting opportunity for a driven and proactive Head of Finance to join the company. This is a senior appointment within the business and in this role you will work closely with the board of Directors.

As Head of Finance you will be responsible for managing and developing the finance, accounting and IT functions of the business, helping to ensure the company achieves its strategic objectives. This is a pivotal role within the organisation, providing a range of strategic, financial and technical accounting support across the business

Key Responsibilities
• Preparation and management of monthly management accounts together with supporting reports and board reports.
• Revenue and margin related activities: gross profit reporting, accruals and WIP review.
• Managing the forecasting and budgeting process.
• Cash flow management, banking, and treasury.
• Daily and weekly reporting (revenue, cost no revenue analysis, job volumes).
• Statutory accounts, audit file preparation and main contact for auditors.
• HMRC / Taxes; CIS, PAYE, VAT, P11d’s, tax and annual returns
• Managing Payroll, Pension, and related matters
• Continuous improvement of reporting and processes.
• Ad-hoc queries and reporting as expected in Head of Finance role.
• Manage, support, and provide guidance to finance team.
• Act as Company Secretary
• Main point of contact for insurers and renewal thereof

Desired Skills & Experience
• Been a previous Head of Finance / Financial Controller.
• Fully qualified (ACA / CIMA / ACCA or similar).
• Experience in construction &/or facilities management is desired.
• Excellent Excel and financial modelling skills are required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and meet strict deadlines.
• Experience of working in a broad role, with a proactive and flexible attitude is required.