Head of Finance (FMCG)

·
Full time
Location: Preston
·
Job offered by: Gafoor
·
Category:
Job Title:

Head of Finance (FMCG) Location:

Preston, Lancashire, UK Salary:

£55,000 to £65,000 Per annum, dependent on experience Job type:

Full time, Permanent Gafoor is a dynamic and rapidly growing family-owned business in Preston. They are a key player in their sector supplying poultry products to leading blue chip manufacturers nationally. About the Role: The company is now looking to recruit a ‘hands-on’ Head of Finance with a background in FMCG manufacturing, who will report directly to the Commercial Director. The successful candidate will hit the ground running and be able to take on the role with energy and strong technical ability. Alongside the main business you will also oversee the financial management of the business’s subsidiaries. Please note that the company are not offering sponsorship opportunities, therefore candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK to apply for this role. Key Responsibilities: Manage a small team including all areas of business finance Preparation of statutory accounts, management accounts, and VAT returns Maintain excellent communication and foster strong working relationships with banks, auditors, HMRC and 3rd parties Prepare monthly Management Accounts and maintain an accurate P&L. Responsible for meeting reporting deadlines including HMRC, ONS, companies house, annual audit management and pension scheme reporting. Attend meetings and deliver a monthly board pack including sales performance, budgets and forecasting. Be an active member of the company’s leadership team and play a key role in shaping the day to day management and culture of the business. About you: The candidate must have skills and experiences in the following areas: Fully Qualified (CIMA / ACCA / ACA) Highly proficient in the Microsoft suite (Excel pivot tables, V-Lookups) Experience in the use of accounting systems, specifically SAGE 500 Demonstrated ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in fast paced environment. Proven leadership skills in a large manufacturing operation with a multicultural workforce Proven track record of achieving results The skills to act as a mentor to develop financial awareness within other business functions and managers Proven ability to forecast requirements, analyse and understand variances A commercial outlook, familiar with profit Improvement plans If you are seeking the chance to join a well-established company at an exciting stage in their growth, please click the

APPLY

button to send your CV in for immediate consideration. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Head of Finance, Financial Director, Finance Manager, Accounts Manager, Finance Coordinator, Management Accountant, Group Finance Officer, Group Finance Manager, Senior Accountant, Chartered Accountant, Head Accountant, Group Accountant, Finance Officer, Finance Specialist may also be considered for this role.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Recent Jobs

London (On site) · Full time

Are you a smart, driven professional who takes pride in making a difference in local communities? Turner & Townsend’s Real Estate division is experiencing significant growth and we’re looking for an experienced industry professional with health project experience to join our high-performing and collaborative Project Management team. Why Join Us? Impactful Work: Contribute to social [...]Read More... from Assistant Project Manager – Healthcare See details

Chasetown (On site) · Full time

My client, Autosmart International are a manufacturing success story! Site Operations Manager – leading fast-paced manufacturing and warehousing About Our Client Autosmart International is a manufacturing success story, leading the field in vehicle cleaning products. We are the No.1 choice of automotive trade customers across the UK. We have doubled in size in the last [...]Read More... from Site Operations Manager See details

London (On site) · Full time

CSS are looking for an experienced duty officer to join our client’s team who are a local council responsible for all areas within the Tendering district. Working hours: All shifts are 8 hours long with various start times available: Monday to Friday – start times between 6AM – 3PM Saturday & Sunday – 6AM – [...]Read More... from Duty Officer See details