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Head of Finance
Job Posted: 10 hours ago
Salary: £ 80,000 - 90,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Grays, Essex
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Head of Finance
Our client is seeking an experienced Head of Finance to lead a team and oversee all core accounting operations. This role suits a hands-on finance professional with strong leadership skills and a background in highways, construction, or civil engineering.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and mentor a small finance team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all tasks.
Oversee daily accounting activities including invoicing, reconciliations, cash flow management, and fixed assets.
Produce monthly management accounts, payroll costings, and performance reports.
Lead month-end and year-end close, including journals, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations.
Manage the full audit process and liaise with external auditors.
Prepare VAT and CIS returns and ensure compliance with all statutory requirements.
Act as system super-user (Xpedion), driving process improvements and automation.
Provide financial insight to support commercial and operational decision-making.
Requirements:
Proven experience in a senior finance role.
Strong team leadership and communication skills.
Solid technical accounting knowledge and compliance experience.
Proficiency with finance systems (Xpedion desirable).
ACCA / CIMA / ACA qualified.
Benefits:
Lead a dynamic finance function within a respected organisation.
Broad exposure across financial operations.
Professional development opportunities and a supportive team environment.
Competitive benefits package.
If you're an experienced finance leader looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!
If you are an experienced finance professional looking for a leadership role in the highways sector, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's dedicated teamBefore You Apply
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