Head of Finance

Posted 04 October 2024
Salary £55-65000
LocationCoventry
Job type Permanent
Discipline Support Centre
Reference004662
PostcodeCV6 5NX

Job description

About Us

The Heart of England Co-operative Society is seeking a skilled and passionate Head of Finance to join our Finance team. We are committed to providing outstanding service to our communities while fostering a positive and growth-oriented work environment. If you're looking to make an impact, contribute to continuous improvement, and be part of a supportive team culture, we'd love to hear from you.

 

Role Overview

As the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for leading the month-end close process, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and providing valuable financial insights to both the executive team and the wider business. This role is a key part of our finance leadership team, requiring hands-on involvement in year-end accounts, liaising with auditors, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the month-end process to deliver timely financial close.
  • Manage and develop the finance team, ensuring high performance and efficiency.
  • Provide commercial finance support to aid the monitoring and growth of business plans.
  • Prepare ad-hoc financial reports, scenario analyses, and provide actionable insights.
  • Enhance cash flow, balance sheet, and profit and loss (P&L) forecasting.
  • Review cash flow forecasts to manage debt levels effectively.
  • Analyse financial performance against budgets and forecasts, preparing commentary with key recommendations.
  • Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes.
  • Collaborate across departments to align financial targets and objectives.

What We're Looking For

  • Qualifications: A qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA) with over 5 years of accounting experience.
     
  • Experience:
    • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software.
    • Experience with year-end accounts, working with auditors, and managing tax computations.
    • Demonstrated experience in managing financial reporting, delivering commercial finance support, and working with large data sets.
    • Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a finance team.
  • Skills:
    • Strong analytical skills with great attention to detail.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Advanced Excel skills, with experience in scenario planning and data analysis.
  • Attributes:
    • A growth mindset with a desire for continuous learning.
    • Ability to work as part of a team and foster positive relationships across the Society.
    • A passion for innovation and improvement.

Desirable Skills

  • Experience using the Access accounting package.
  • Previous experience in the retail industry.

Why Join Us?

  • Become a vital part of a respected community-focused organisation.
  • Opportunity for career growth, with the potential to develop into a senior role as the deputy to the Finance Director.
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment that values continuous improvement and innovation.

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