EVEREC
Head of Finance
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Role: Head of Finance
Location: Oxfordshire (Hybrid – 3 days per week on-site)
Salary: Up to £65,000 + benefits
About the Company
Our client is an innovative and ambitious business operating at the intersection of engineering, technology, and sustainability. With a reputation for delivering exceptional quality and driving innovation within its sector, the company is experiencing an exciting period of growth and transformation.
Combining technical expertise with a passion for excellence, the business is committed to developing market-leading solutions while fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking culture. Employees are empowered to make a real impact, contribute new ideas, and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the organisation.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business where finance is viewed as a strategic partner, supporting commercial decision-making and enabling continued success.
The Opportunity
Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the senior leadership team, the Head of Finance will take ownership of the entire finance function. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys operating in ambitious, fast-growing businesses where they can influence strategy while remaining close to the detail.
You'll be responsible for ensuring robust financial controls, delivering accurate reporting, supporting strategic decision-making, managing cash flow, and helping prepare the business for future growth and investment.
This role is ideally suited to someone who has previously led finance within a growing SME of approximately 20–50 employees, where they've taken responsibility for the full finance function and partnered closely with business leaders to support sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership
- Lead and manage the end-to-end finance function.
- Produce accurate monthly management accounts and board reports.
- Own budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
- Develop financial models and provide commercial insight to support strategic decision-making.
- Establish and maintain effective financial controls, policies, and governance.
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Cash Flow & Treasury
- Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital.
- Monitor liquidity and optimise cash management.
- Manage banking relationships and payment approvals.
- Ensure the business maintains a strong financial position to support growth.
Funding & Strategic Support
- Support fundraising activities and investment processes.
- Prepare financial models, investor reporting, and due diligence information.
- Assist with business planning and strategic initiatives.
- Work alongside senior leadership on commercial opportunities and growth plans.
Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Manage the year-end audit process.
- Oversee statutory accounts with external accountants.
- Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and financial regulations.
- Manage VAT, corporation tax, and other statutory reporting requirements.
Payroll & Operational Finance
- Oversee the monthly payroll process and pension administration.
- Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements.
- Manage purchase ledger, sales ledger, and balance sheet reconciliations where appropriate.
- Review and improve finance processes to drive efficiency and scalability.
Commercial Business Partnering
- Partner with leaders across Operations, Engineering, Sales, and HR.
- Support pricing decisions, profitability analysis, and investment appraisals.
- Develop KPIs and reporting that drive business performance.
- Present financial information and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
Leadership
- Lead and develop the finance team.
- Manage relationships with external auditors, accountants, and advisors.
- Build a high-performing finance function capable of supporting continued growth.
- Champion continuous improvement and best practice across finance operations.
About You
We're looking for a commercially-minded finance leader who enjoys working within dynamic, entrepreneurial businesses. You'll be comfortable balancing strategic planning with day-to-day operational finance and thrive in an environment where collaboration, adaptability, and continuous improvement are highly valued.
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Essential Experience
- ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified.
- Experience leading the finance function within a growing SME.
- Previous experience working in organisations of approximately 20–50 employees.
- Proven experience producing management accounts, budgets, and forecasts.
- Strong cash flow management and treasury experience.
- Experience overseeing payroll and statutory compliance.
- Knowledge of UK accounting standards and financial controls.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience using finance systems/ERP platforms.
Desirable Experience
- Experience within engineering, manufacturing, technology, or product-based businesses.
- Exposure to fundraising, investment, or private equity-backed environments.
- Experience implementing or improving finance systems and reporting processes.
- Knowledge of inventory or project accounting.
- Experience supporting business growth and organisational change.
Personal Attributes
- Hands-on, proactive, and adaptable.
- Strong commercial awareness and business acumen.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Collaborative leadership style with a focus on continuous improvement.
Package
- Salary up to £65,000
- Hybrid working – 3 days per week on-site in Oxfordshire
- Company pension
- Generous holiday allowance
- Professional development opportunities
- The opportunity to play a key role in a growing, innovative organisation where finance is central to strategic decision-making.
- Opportunity for a performance-based bonus for the right candidate
If this is of interest, please apply on LinkedIn or email george.taylor@everec.co.uk.
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