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Head of Finance

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 70,000 - 90,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: CW12

Expire in: 19 days

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced, strategic and commercially minded Head of Finance to join our company and take full ownership of our finance function.
   
 This is a senior leadership role with direct access to the CEO and a seat at the table in shaping the future of the business. You will play a central role in guiding strategic decisions, strengthening operational performance, and ensuring the business is well-positioned for sustainable growth.
   
 At our company, we design for how people live their free time. That same philosophy applies internally — we value clarity, quality, and thoughtful execution in everything we do. This role is no exception.

 The Role: 
 You will lead all aspects of finance, combining strategic thinking with hands-on execution. This is a role for someone who is equally comfortable presenting at board level and getting into the details when needed. You will be responsible for ensuring the finance function is robust, efficient, and future-ready, with a particular focus on improving systems, processes, and insight.

 Key Responsibilities: 
   
 Strategic & Leadership  
  
Act as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to overall business strategy 
Partner closely with Sales, Direct-to-Consumer, and Operations teams to drive performance 
Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing reforecasting 
Develop mid- and long-term financial plans to support growth 
Monitor performance against budget and provide clear, actionable insight 
Present financial performance and key insights at SLT meetings 
Review and evolve finance systems and team structure to support the next phase of growth 
Identify and implement opportunities for automation and AI within the finance function  Financial Control & Operations: 
  
Take full ownership of cash flow management and forecasting 
Oversee credit control, working closely with credit insurers 
Manage the annual audit process from start to completion 
Ensure timely and accurate production of management accounts and year-end accounts 
Oversee VAT returns, payroll, and pension scheme administration 
Manage sales agent commission calculations  Team & Functional Leadership:

Lead and develop a team of 8 across accounts, wholesale operations, export, and ERP support 
Foster a culture of accountability, curiosity, and continuous improvement 
Ensure the finance team is structured and equipped to scale with the business  Commercial & External Relationships:
  
Manage relationships with banks, landlords, and credit insurers 
Negotiate contracts for utilities and key support services 
Support wider business functions, including HR and HSE, where required 
Oversee external partners such as trademark agents and payroll providers  The Candidate:
   
 We are looking for someone who combines technical excellence with strong commercial instinct and a pragmatic, hands-on approach.
   
 You will likely have: 
  
ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification 
At least 5 years’ post-qualification experience in a commercial environment (ideally an SME). Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management (including FX exposure) 
Experience working with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, 
Advanced Excel capability 
Experience with import/export processes  You will be:
  
A strategic thinker who can translate numbers into clear business insight 
Comfortable operating at both a high level and in detail 
A strong communicator, able to engage confidently across all levels of the business 
Naturally curious, with a drive to improve systems and processes 
A proven team leader who develops and supports those around them 
Pragmatic, solutions-focused, and commercially aware   This role is commutable from: Cheshire, Middlewich, Winsford, Macclesfield, Alderley Edge, Knutsford, Nantwich, Crewe, Stoke on Trent, Newcastle under Lyme, Leek, Hale, Lymm, Northwich, Frodsham, Warrington, Wilmslow.
   
 This role would suit candidates with the following experience: Financial Controller, Finance Director, COO, Finance Specialist, Finance Business Partner, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer
   
 Hours: Monday – Friday
 Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 Per Annum
 What We Offer:
  
Pension contribution 
25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays 
Generous staff discount and regular sample sales 
Confidential wellbeing and mental health support 
Social events  
Dedicated parking space    
 Brampton Recruitment are an independent Commercial and Accounts & Finance recruitment agency working in partnership with employers spanning Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and the Greater Manchester region

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