UBT
Head of Finance
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Head of Finance
Location: Cranleigh, Surrey
Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 per annum + Car Allowance + Performance Bonus
Help Shape the Future of a Growing UK Manufacturer
Our client is a leading UK manufacturer operating within the fire safety sector, delivering innovative, life-saving solutions to some of the country's most prestigious residential and commercial developments. With ambitious growth plans, a strong reputation for quality and an entrepreneurial culture, the business is entering an exciting new phase of its journey.
They are now looking for a commercially minded Head of Finance to join the Senior Leadership Team.
This isn't a role for someone looking to simply oversee month-end and keep the wheels turning. Our client is seeking someone who wants to become an integral part of the leadership team, helping to shape the future direction of the business and build a finance function that supports sustainable, profitable growth.
The Opportunity
This is a rare chance to join a successful, privately owned SME at a pivotal point in its growth.
Working closely with the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team, you'll provide commercial insight, challenge decision making, improve financial visibility and help steer the business through its next stage of organic growth.
This role would suit someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves when needed but is equally comfortable sitting around the board table discussing strategy, investment opportunities and long-term business performance.
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As Head of Finance, you'll have the opportunity to leave your mark by developing systems, improving reporting, strengthening controls and ensuring the finance function evolves alongside the business.
What You'll Be Doing
You'll lead every aspect of the finance function, including:
- Leading month-end reporting and production of insightful management accounts
- Delivering meaningful commercial analysis to support strategic decision making
- Owning budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning
- Managing cash flow, banking relationships and financial risk
- Partnering with Operations, Sales, Innovation and Marketing to improve profitability and performance
- Developing financial reporting, KPIs and business intelligence
- Leading and developing the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable team
- Supporting investment decisions and helping guide the company's continued growth
- Acting as a trusted adviser to the Managing Director and Shareholders
Requirements
We're looking for someone who has already experienced the pace, variety and opportunity that comes with working in a growing SME.
You'll likely have:
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (or be nearing completion)
- Experience in a growing SME, owner-managed or entrepreneurial business
- A hands-on approach with the ability to switch effortlessly between operational detail and strategic thinking
- Strong commercial acumen and the confidence to challenge, influence and support senior stakeholders
- Excellent management accounting, budgeting and forecasting experience
- Advanced Excel skills and strong ERP systems knowledge
- Power BI experience
- Experience within manufacturing, engineering or construction would be advantageous
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Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys building, improving and growing a business—not simply maintaining one.
Benefits
This is an opportunity to become a genuine business partner rather than simply the Head of Finance.
You'll be joining a collaborative leadership team where your ideas will be valued, your expertise will influence decision making, and you'll have the chance to help shape the future of an ambitious and growing UK manufacturer.
If you're excited by the prospect of growing with a business, making a tangible impact and helping drive long-term success, we'd love to hear from you.
Package
- £80,000 - £90,000 per annum
- Car allowance
- Performance-related bonus
- Senior Leadership Team position
- Opportunity to influence business strategy and growth
- Based in Cranleigh, Surrey
If you're looking for a role where you can help shape a growing business while developing your own career alongside it, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity.
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