Group Finance DirectorBased in Stoke-on-TrentUp to £85,000 DOEHybrid working

Your new company Hays has been instructed on an exclusive basis to assist a fantastic local client with a Group Finance Director position.Your new role Reporting to the CFO, the Finance Director will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Finance, IT & Purchasing functions, together with delivery of the Group's internal and external reporting requirements. Key Responsibilities

• Monthly reporting - delivery of monthly Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow and forecast for 3 companies in line with the Group reporting timetable.
• Carry out day-to-day treasury management for the Group.
• Preparation and submission of statutory returns: VAT/PAYE/Other.
• Business partnering: providing quality advice, challenge, insight and analysis to each of the businesses.
• Preparation and presenting of annual budgets.
• Administration and preparation of monthly payroll.
• Coordinate the preparation and management of the annual audit with the Group's external auditors.
• Oversight of IT and Purchasing functions.
• Management of 7 staff

What you'll need to succeed

• CIMA/ ACCA or ICEAW qualified
• Currently in an FD role or an experienced FC looking to take the next step.
• Manufacturing experience essential.
• ERP implementation experience would be an advantage.
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills including in Excel.
• Strong, hands-on team player.
• Accuracy and an eye for detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.What you'll get in return
• Up to £85,000 depending on experience/ qualifications
• 20% bonus
• Car allowance
• Private medical insurance
• Hybrid working - flexible working from home policy
• 40-hour working week Monday to Friday
• Pension

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