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Finance Director

Employer
Zachary Daniels Recruitment
Location
Burnley, Lancashire
Salary
£90000 - £100000/annum Benefits
Closing date
16 Apr 2023

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Sector
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Analyst
Position/Level
Professional / Specialist
Contract Type
Permanent
Language
English
Finance Director | Burnley | £90,000 - £100,000 plus 25 days holiday, car, bonus, pension, great staff discount, private medical and other benefits | Retail

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the region's most recognisable and valued retail brands as Finance Director. The business has deep held family roots in the North of England, and is a significant employer with a workforce of thousands. Built on principles of great customer service, experience and value; this retailer works with some of the biggest fashion, homeware, and cosmetic brands from across the globe.

The business is in the early stages of an exciting transformation, expansion and modernisation across the whole organisation, prompted by the appointment of a recently appointed dynamic CEO coupled with investment. The successful candidate appointed as Finance Director will play a crucial role in the business' future for decades to come. The right character will come with a positive, forward-thinking and enthusiastic approach, challenging practices throughout the entire business and presenting new ideas to drive forward.

Key Responsibilities

Full responsibility across the whole spectrum of finance within the business
Responsibility for IT, HR and Operations (Total team size: c15
Commercial Finance, and improvement of Finance Business Partnering in key departments
Oversee Management Accounting and ensure provision of timely, accurate and insightful MI across all departments
Increase efficiency, speed and automation of financial support to maximise 'value-adding' activity
Oversee, review, and shape budgets for each business department
Company-wide budgetary planning, reporting and analysis
Ensure that all of the company's financial practices are in line in statutory regulations and legislation
Continual analyses of market trends, customer behaviour and economic factors to assist the board in creating strategic plans for the future
Interpret complex financial information and provide updates and information as required
Monitor cash flow, accounts, and other financial transactions
Manage, develop and maintain a leading finance team, ensuring the facilitation of day-to-day operations, invoicing, payroll, etc.
Prepare official reports on a monthly and annual basis, as well as ad-hoc reporting & analysis as and when required
Ensure effective management of financial risk, control and governance
Create and maintain relationships with service providers and contractors, including banking institutions and external accountants
Update and implement financial policies and procedures
Maintain a policy manual for the finance department promoting best practice
Work with talent team to attract key talent who will be an asset to the finance department and future succession planningPerson Profile

ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified (c.10+ year PQE)
Previous experience in a CFO, Finance Director, Head of Finance role
Retail or Consumer industry experience
Dynamic, energetic and enthusiastic character with an appetite to improve finance, ops, IT and HR in all areas over several years
Willingness and desire to get involved and understand the business from a grass roots levelPackage

£90,000 - £100,000 plus 25 days holiday, car, bonus, pension, great staff discount, private medical and other benefits

Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy.

Specialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations | Senior Appointments & Exec | Sales | Supply Chain & Logistics

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