Deputy Head of Finance

Accountancy Action is seeking a highly skilled Deputy Head of Finance to drive month-end process improvements and oversee ERP/system enhancements across a Group of UK entities.

This pivotal role will focus on optimizing financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver continuous improvements in financial systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Month-End Process Improvement:
  • Lead the month-end close process for the Group, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting across all entities.
  • Identify, implement, and drive improvements to existing month-end procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  • Collaborate with finance teams to reduce the month-end close cycle while maintaining high reporting standards.
• ERP/System Enhancements:
  • Work closely with IT and finance teams to identify and implement ERP improvements, ensuring systems are optimized for reporting accuracy and efficiency.
  • Drive changes and upgrades in financial systems, working closely with external providers where necessary.
  • Provide training and support to finance teams on new system features and improvements.
  • Ensure system data integrity, troubleshoot issues, and implement best practices for finance and reporting systems.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Partner with senior leadership teams, local finance teams, and other departments to ensure process changes are successfully implemented.
  • Collaborate with external auditors and ensure that all reporting and compliance requirements are met.
• Group Financial Reporting:
  • Assist in the preparation and review of consolidated Group financial statements.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and financial regulations.
  • Support in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
• Leadership and Travel:
  • Regularly visit various Group sites across the UK to implement financial improvements and offer ongoing support to local teams.
  • Foster strong working relationships across the Group to ensure consistency in financial processes.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with a strong background in financial reporting and process improvement.
• Extensive experience in managing the month-end close process within a multi-entity organization.
• Proven track record of implementing ERP/system improvements in a finance function.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for process optimization.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels.
• Willingness to travel regularly across the UK to different sites.
• Proficiency in financial systems and ERP platforms; advanced Excel skills are essential.
• Experience in a manufacturing or multi-site organization is a plus.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary of £70,000 per annum.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression within a growing company.