Head of Financial Operations

5 days ago


Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Gafoor Full time
About the Role

The company is looking to recruit a 'hands-on' Head of Finance with a background in FMCG manufacturing, who will be able to take on the role with energy and strong technical ability. The successful candidate will oversee the financial management of the main business and its subsidiaries.


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 Us

Gafoor is a well-established company based in Preston, UK. They are a key player in their sector, supplying poultry products to leading blue chip manufacturers nationally. As a family-owned business, they offer a unique and dynamic work environment.


Requirements
  • Fully Qualified (CIMA / ACCA / ACA)
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and V-Lookups
  • Experience in using accounting systems, specifically SAGE 500
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a 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

Benefits

An attractive salary range of £55,000 to £65,000 Per annum, dependent on experience, plus benefits package. Please note that we are not offering sponsorship opportunities, therefore candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK to apply for this role.



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