Finance Director
York
The Role
Drive the financial planning of the business by analysing its performance and risks.
Retain constant awareness of the company’s financial position and act to prevent problems.
Ensure that funding is in place to support the growth aspirations of the business.
Set up and oversee the finance IT system and wider IT for the business.
Be a key member of the 5-person Executive Team.
Support to the shareholders in respect of the SSAS pension and other financial matters.
The Responsibilities
Manage and develop relationships with existing and new funders to support the growth aspirations of the business.
Work with our accountants in the preparation of Statutory Accounts and Corporation Tax returns.
Management of the Statutory Audit.
Work closely with the other members of the Executive Team and the Business Development Directors to ensure that financial targets are met.
Support the wider Business Development and Operations team to ensure that objectives are met.
Preparation of the Strategic Plan and Annual Budget pack.
Preparation of monthly Management Accounts and reporting to institutional funders.
Preparation and management of cash drawdowns from institutional funders.
The Requirements
Experience - proven experience in a finance-related environment. Track record of successful
performance in a high-pressure role.
Skills - People management skills are critical. Great planning, communication, and organisation ability.
Capable of working alone whilst being a team player. Highly numerate and literate. IT - Microsoft Office, in particular Excel and ideally experience of implementing IT systems.
Qualifications - Professionally qualified accountant with a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience.
Educated to at least A Level standard and pass our aptitude test.
The ability to smile, laugh and have fun whilst under pressure.
Full driving licence.