Chief Financial Strategist

Michael Page, a leading recruitment agency, is seeking an exceptional Chief Financial Strategist to support their esteemed client based in Leighton Buzzard.

This highly rewarding position offers a diverse range of responsibilities, including Management Accounts, Budgeting and Forecasting, with a salary of up to £53,000.

• Develop and implement financial strategies to drive business performance and growth
• Lead a team of finance professionals, providing mentorship and development
• Analyse performance data to identify improvement opportunities and implement effective solutions
• Oversee cash flow management and forecasting, ensuring accurate and timely delivery
• Drive the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasts, aligning with business objectives
• Establish and maintain robust financial controls and procedures
• Prepare insightful board reports and presentations for senior leadership

To excel in this role, you will require:

• A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with post-qualification experience
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment, demonstrating commercial acumen and analytical skills
• Advanced Excel and ERP system knowledge, with experience managing and developing teams
• Excellent stakeholder management abilities, with strong interpersonal relationships