Job Information

My client is looking for a full time FD Designate to join their Head Office in the Romford area of Essex. This is an exciting high growth business with a bright future.

The role offers genuine progression opportunities for an individual who is looking to make that next step in their career.

Job Description

� Manage the company's accounting and financial procedures, systems and reports in accordance with company law and good practice.
� Lead the Finance and Accounting team to optimise the company's financial performance and strategic position, and take overall control of the company's accounting function.
� Develop close working relationships with the Finance Director, other Board members and senior managers.
� Contribute to the development of company strategy across all areas of the business, challenging assumptions and decision-making as appropriate, and provide financial analysis and guidance on all activities, plans, targets and business drivers.
� Develop and update a financial business model to project future results for the Business Plan and to provide support for acquisition analysis and negotiation.
� Ensure that the company's financial systems are robust, compliant, and support current activities and future growth.
� Manage the company's cash flow and banking arrangements, and take ultimate responsibility for the company's cash management policies and position.
� Prepare and present timely management and financial accounts.
� Build and maintain good working relationships with the company's accountants, banks, and HMRC.Ensure that corporate budgeting processes are carried out effectively, and that results are reviewed regularly.
� Develop and implement new systems and procedures to improve service performance, especially invoicing and credits, the visibility of customer profitability, and employee productivity.
� Work with all employees and teams to grow the business and develop strategies and plans.

The Successful Applicant

� Good educational background
� Relevant professional accounting qualification
� Excellent knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
� Driven and career motivated
� Excellent management and leadership skills