Job Description

Our Head of Finance will be responsible for leading all our financial operations from our Worcester Office.


Are you looking for your next Head of Finance role? With exceptional attention to detail, you, as our Head of Finance, will have a fundamental role in devising company financial strategy, forecasting and team management at Compco Fire Systems. Together, we can redefine what's possible for the future of the Fire Protection Industry.

What You'll Be Doing:

Develop and implement financial strategies for the company. Provide leadership to the finance department team. Prepare and present financial reports and risk analysis. Monitor financial performance by measuring and analysing results. Guide financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls. Engage with senior management to develop short, medium, and long-term financial plans and projections. Manage budgeting and forecasting process. Oversee cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds as needed. Review, understand and document product costing process end to end and drive improvements / alternative approaches. Ensure monthly closing processes are accomplished with accuracy and completed in accordance with reporting timelines. Perform accounting activities in compliance with financial, regulatory, and internal accounting policies and guidelines.

What You'll Need:

Proven experience in a senior finance position, ideally within the Construction industry or similar. Formal Accounting Qualification is required (CIMA ACCA). BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field; MSc/MA or MBA is a plus. Strong understanding of financial law and financial risk management. Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods. Ability to strategize and solve problems. Strong business acumen. Strong leadership and organizational skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite & Sage. Driving License.

This is an office-based role and would require the successful Head of Finance to attend Monday-Friday at Cleeve House, Malvern Road, Worcester, WR2 4YX.

About Us:

Compco Fire Systems are the UK's leading provider of Automatic Fire Suppression Systems. A collective of talented individuals we put the safety and wellbeing of everyone first and know that we're better when we work together.


We have a long list of Clients that have selected us to protect them from Fire. These include Royal Ascot, IKEA, Rolls Royce, Starbucks, The Mailbox Birmingham, Triumph Motorcycles, AstraZeneca, University of Edinburgh, New Covent Garden Market, Premier Inn, NHS Hospital Trusts, and Woburn Abbey & Gardens.


By excelling at customer satisfaction based on our unique skills and strengths, we aim to be the first choice for our customers, clients, and employees.


Offering an attractive benefits package, together with a positive team atmosphere and the opportunity of being an important part of a progressive company - our growth will be your growth.

The Perks:

85k-95k per annum Company Car/Car Allowance 25 Days Holiday + Your Birthday Off + Bank Holiday Regular Social Events Long Service Awards Pension Scheme Healthcare Policy Insurance Policy Free VDU Eye Tests * Cycle To Work Scheme