Group Finance Director

1 month ago


Poole, Poole, United Kingdom Codestone Full time

About Codestone

Codestone is a leading provider of modern ERP, EPM, BI & Analytics and cloud IT solutions. With over 25 years of experience, we have pioneered innovative technologies that drive business success.

We are recognised as the #1 SAP ERP partner in the UK and EMEA North, and Platinum CCH Tagetik partner and Gold Microsoft partner. Our team of experts offers 24x7x365 technical, solution, cloud hosting and security services to our 700+ customers.

Key Responsibilities:

The Financial Controller will oversee the day-to-day operations of the finance team, ensuring robust financial controls and providing strategic financial guidance across the wider business.

This role will manage and develop a team of four direct reports and will play a crucial part in driving financial performance, reporting, and compliance.

  • Financial Strategy: Oversee the preparation of the Group consolidation, prepare accurate and timely financial statements including monthly management accounts and annual statutory accounts.
  • Financial Leadership: Manage the Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Orders & Billing and Management Accounting functions – leading and managing a team of four direct reports (+6 indirect), providing guidance, mentoring, and support to ensure high performance.
  • Financial Risk Management: Develop, implement, and maintain robust financial controls, processes, and systems to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
  • Financial Advisory: Provide strategic financial analysis, insights, and recommendations to senior management to support business decision-making.
  • Cash Flow Optimisation: Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to ensure the company's financial stability.
  • Tax Compliance: Oversee tax planning and compliance with the support of external advisors.
  • Stakeholder Relationships: Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, debt providers, the main shareholder, and other third-party stakeholders as required.
  • Financial Performance: Monitor and report on financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying areas for improvement.
  • Process Efficiency: Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

About You

You will bring valuable experience in private equity environments, adeptly aligning financial processes to meet PE-specific requirements. You'll demonstrate strong leadership in managing and developing finance teams, and have the ability to communicate complex financial information effectively, ensuring clarity and alignment for non-financial stakeholders.

Requirements:

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with a minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience.
  • Proven experience in a Financial Controller role or similar position.
  • Excellent technical accounting skills and knowledge of FRS102.
  • Proficient in using financial software (SAP would be an advantage) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Compensation Package: £95,000 - £115,000 per annum



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