Jacob Grey are exclusively partnered with a successful manufacturing SME to appoint a new FC/Head of Finance to lead their day to day finance operations as well as acting as a commercial business partner to the Board. Reporting to the Managing Director, your role will comprise of the following duties: Hands on preparation of the monthly Management Accounts including Balance Sheet reconciliations and PandL production Presenting the Management Accounts to the MD and Board with variance analysis and commentary Statutory accounting / Year End including liaising with auditors Managing and developing a small finance team Preparing the annual and quarterly budget Cashflow forecasting Overseeing AP, AR, VAT submissions, and Credit Control Acting a business partner to the senior leadership team, offering sound commercial advice based on insightful analysis Stock Accounting and analysis Ah hoc projects geared towards enhancing profit, performance and growth Improving/introducing new financial systems/processes as applicable The ideal candidate will be a Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with an exemplary track record in a similar role. You will also have excellent analytical skills, be a strong business partner, and possess bags of initiative. On offer is a competitive salary, good benefits package, and an excellent opportunity to put your own stamp on this role as well as genuinely contributing to the success of the broader business. For anyone joining as FC/Head of Finance, ..... full job details .....