Job Description

KCR Solutions are delighted to be working with this prestigious company on the outskirts of Durham, in their search for a Head of Finance. Your duties will be as follows:

• Responsible for overseeing all day-to-day financial operations
• Managing and supporting the finance team, providing clear direction and fostering a culture of accountability and improvement
• Leading the production of accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including analysis and commentary
• Monitoring cash flow and working capital, including compliance
• Overseeing billing, credit control, WIP management, payroll data, and purchase ledger
• Establishing and maintaining strong internal controls, processes and procedures and ensuring compliance with relevant legal, regulatory, and tax requirements
• Ensuring individual development plans are integrated into appraisal processes and aligned with firm-wide objectives
• Ensuring robust financial processes and up-to-date procedure and timetable documentation are in place
• Collaborating with the management team and Managing Partner and contributing financial insight to leadership discussions
• Playing a central role in the implementation of a new finance management system
• Acting as the finance superuser - responsible for input on system design, testing, configuration, training, and continuous improvement
• Driving efficiency by identifying and implementing process improvements and automation opportunities
• Liaising with external accountants in finalising the statutory accounts
• Ensuring timely submission of VAT returns, PAYE, and other compliance obligations
• Overseeing accurate handling of client account transactions and compliance with regulations
• Development of ad hoc financial plans, budgets, and forecasts
• Providing financial insight and analysis to inform business decisions and drive commercial performance
• Contributing to broader projects, helping to modernise and scale financial operations in line with business growth
• Working as part of the management team helping to shape the firm's long-term strategic objectives, ensuring financial considerations are embedded in decision-making
• Acting as a key voice in strategic planning discussions, influencing the future direction of the business

You will be a qualified Accountant and have worked in a similar role previously. Strong IT skills, particularly Excel are essential as well as system implementation experience. Professional services experience would be advantageous.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is keen to assist the company in this period of growth and development and who wishes to become an integral part in the strategic planning of the business.
The company offer excellent benefits and hybrid working.

Skills Required