Financial Director UK

A company Construction is seeking a highly skilled Financial Director to lead the financial management of their UK operations. This role involves overseeing two legal entities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting strategic business development:

Key Responsibilities:

• Form and lead the financial organization in the UK for our 3 locations: Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow
• Manage financial operations.
• Oversee actuals, forecasts, and budget processes with local management.
• Coordinate tax-related matters with outsourcing partners.
• Act as a financial business partner to local site/business managers.
• Manage and develop a finance team.
• Implement and maintain a robust internal control framework.
• Ensure compliance with UK legal requirements.
• Continuously improve cash management and credit risk processes.
• Report on Capex, costs, and profitability per business/site.
• Implement a new accounting software.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.

Deliverables & Performance KPIs:

• Timely financial closing (internal and group deadlines).
• Clean audit opinions.

Requirements:

• Education: University degree in accounting, finance, applied economics, business, or engineering.
• Experience: 6-15 years in finance, preferably in a complex industry and/or audit firm.
• IT Skills: Advanced proficiency in BPM and experience with accounting software implementation.
• Language Skills: Proficient in English – Native or C2 level.

Key Competencies:

• Strong teamwork and analytical skills.
• Proficient in risk management and stakeholder orientation.
• Results-oriented with a focus on productivity.
• Capable of managing and coaching a team.
• Excellent communication skills and readiness to learn.

Preferred Experience:

• Background in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Experience in an international company.
• Ability to work with detailed data and take a strategic view.

Career Path:

Potential for growth with opportunities to evolve into roles such as Financial Controller with European exposure or CFO of a larger scope.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Flexitime
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid volunteer time
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Master’s (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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