Group Head of Finance

Group Head of Finance
65,000 to 85,000 (subject to experience)
Full-time / Permanent / Office based
Stevenage

Opportunity
A unique opportunity has arisen for a talented Group Head of Finance to join a long-established, second-generation, market-leading family packaging business based in Stevenage Old Town. The company is underpinned by a history of over 37 years without making a redundancy, alongside 36 years of community, charity, and philanthropic work.
If you are looking for a company that recognises and values its people as individuals based on their contribution and results, offering peace of mind with unmatched job security, this could be the opportunity for you.

Job Profile
We are looking for a candidate with a strong "can-do" attitude to join this elite team at its first-class Head Office in Stevenage Old Town.
This requirement has arisen due to continued growth and expansion, driven by both strategic and opportunistic acquisitions, as well as organic customer growth across a wider range of sectors.
The successful candidate will be CIMA or ACCA qualified, with a demonstrable track record of sustained employment in a similar role.
The role will suit an accountable professional who is highly motivated, able to both deliver and delegate, and who is enthusiastic and hard-working. You should be capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously, with strong attention to detail, and able to respond positively to tight deadlines while working effectively under pressure.
This is a fully office-based role. The successful candidate must be willing to travel to Stevenage daily to lead, develop, and motivate their team, as well as visit other locations when required.
You will be joining a unique "working family" environment within a professional, conscientious, caring, and fun accounts team, with the reassurance of exceptional job security.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and nurture a team of five, including three AAT-qualified accountants, a long-serving Senior Credit Controller, and a Senior Accounts Administrator
• Produce annual statutory accounts and tax computations for multiple entities
• Lead due diligence on potential acquisition opportunities
• Manage Companies House filings
• Oversee statutory filings, including VAT returns and Plastic Packaging Tax returns
• Produce ad hoc management reports and quarterly financial board packs
• Prepare monthly management accounts for multiple group companies
• Oversee daily postings across all ledgers
• Prepare weekly and monthly cashflow forecasts
• Travel to group company offices on a pre-planned basis, as required

Skills / Experience

• CIMA or ACCA qualified
• Experience managing an experienced and skilled finance team
• Proven track record in a similar role
• Exceptional numeracy and attention to detail
• Experience using SAGE
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to gather information across departments
• Excellent time management and analytical skills
• Strong understanding of GAAP rules and regulations
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Strong prioritisation and workload management skills
• Professional and confident telephone manner
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and the wider community

Hours
Monday to Friday - bespoke, office-based role with flexible hours and package to suit the individual

Package / Benefits

• 22 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (pro rata)
• Discretionary commitment and performance bonuses
• Interest-free loans to support house purchases and key life events
• Christmas Savings Scheme (receive 10% interest on your savings)
• Wembley hospitality experiences
• Group recruitment bonuses
• Company high-spec laptop and reMarkable device
• Company iPhone
• BUPA health insurance
• Health club membership
• Life cover
• Pension scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Unrivalled job security - no redundancies in over 37 years
• Pre-interview personality profile assessment to support success in the role