Finance Director

1 month ago


Didcot, United Kingdom Robert Half Full time

INTERIM FINANCE DIRECTOR (1-2 DAYS PER WEEK)

Job Title: Finance Director

Hours: 1 - 2 days a week

Hybrid: Flexible

Length of Contract: 6 months (ongoing)

Location: Oxford

To Start: ASAP

Robert Half are working with a pre-revenue business based in Oxford to recruit for an interim Finance Director up to 2 days a week.

The business launched just over a year ago and are looking to appoint a CFO once they have secured their funding - however in the meantime require an interim Finance Director that has the ability to be hands on as well as acting as a trusted advisory and strategic partner.

Key Duties:

  • Preparing board report
  • Support EMI valuations
  • Manage cash flow and financial forecasts
  • Improving financial models
  • Business partnering with the Project Managers
  • Lead on VAT returns, R&D tax credits
  • Advisory on making best use of finance incentives for Start Ups / SMEs
  • Support cost planning & approvals for bids
  • Support development of financial planning models
  • Oversee management of Invoices and Payments (working with external accountants)
  • Manage intercompany payments in support of projects
  • Leading on Audits

Your Profile

  • Qualified Accountant
  • Experience working within start-up would be advantageous
  • Previous experience working with PE/VC-backed businesses
  • Strong cashflow management

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