Smith and Brock Ltd
Interim Head of Finance - Immediately Available
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Overview
At Smith & Brock, we’re not just in the business of fresh produce, we’re in the business of people, relationships, and responsibility. As a proudly family-run company, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in quality without compromise, integrity in every interaction, and sustainability that safeguards the future.
We're looking for an experienced Interim Head of Finance to join us on a six-month fixed-term contract during a period of transition. This is a senior leadership role sitting within our management team and reporting directly to the Director. We are looking for someone who is experienced, immediately available, and ready to hit the ground running from day one. This is a senior leadership role sitting within our management team and reporting directly to the Director.
This is not a purely strategic position. We need someone who is equally comfortable in the boardroom and in the detail, someone who can hit the ground running, quickly build trust with the team, and give our Director the financial clarity and support needed to keep the business performing at pace.
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What You'll Be Doing
- Leading day-to-day financial management across all group entities
- Producing accurate, timely monthly management accounts and financial reports
- Owning cash flow forecasting, treasury management, and banking relationships
- Overseeing statutory accounts, VAT, corporation tax, and all regulatory filings
- Providing commercial finance support to our Trading, Operations, and Buying teams
- Managing and developing the Finance Manager and the wider finance team
- Ensuring full compliance with HMRC requirements and financial legislation
- Supporting the Director with financial modelling, risk management, and strategic decisions
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What We're Looking For
- A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong post-qualification experience
- A proven track record as a Head of Finance or senior finance leader, ideally in an SME or owner-managed business
- Available at short notice and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, hands-on environment from day one
- Strong commercial acumen, able to translate numbers into clear business insight
- Confident presenting to directors and working closely with non-finance stakeholders
- A people leader who can develop a finance team while maintaining high standards
- Experienced in management accounts, board reporting, statutory accounts, and financial controls
If you're a hands-on finance leader looking for your next interim role in a business that moves fast and values commercial thinking, we'd love to hear from you.
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