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Our client a leading internationally operating head lessor seeks a Head of Finance to be based at its offices in the Western Thames Valley

You will be responsible for the daily management of the finance team. The role is wide ranging and varied and will require the person to get fully involved in the detail running of the processes and systems. The ability to understand and interpret all business relevant reporting standards from UK GAAP through IFRS is a key requirement in this role. You will be required to deliver the annual planning process in accordance with timely deadlines based on predefined budgeting and re-forecasting cycles. Improve the timeliness and accuracy of monthly reporting across all areas of the business. Manage the company’s direct and indirect tax positions, therefore a working knowledge of all relevant corporation tax issues and VAT legislation is required. Manage all liquidity positions to tight pre selected parameters. Work closely with the CFO and management board to implement and manage KPI targets whilst continually reaffirming and redefining such targets in light of the current and future economic climate. Take the business through the transition to International Accounting Standards and have the ability to train and impart knowledge to other team members effectively. The candidate will have to take over responsibility for some tasks currently being performed by the CFO such as Anti Money Laundering, Company Secretarial. Therefore related experience would be desirable.

Leading, motivating and developing the small but well established and highly competent finance team is a key part of this role by supporting the delivery of strategic objectives to enhance the critical business decision-making.

Work collaboratively with the opposite numbers in other regions to achieve greater transparency and improve quality and consistency of financial reporting to the management team.

Candidate Profile

You will be a professionally qualified accountant (ACCA or ACA), with an excellent academic background and record of high achievement to date.  You should have a wealth of experience preferably within financial services/leasing sector.

Up to date technical accounting knowledge, including all leasing and financial derivative related IFRS and FRS, with proven management and leadership ability. The ability to motivate and influence at all levels is paramount. A crisp and efficient communication style is essential together with the ability to be compassionate and trustworthy. You will lead a total team of 8 staff so cultural fit is vitally important and you will need to be a hands on self starter with energy, team orientation and communication skills necessary to lead by example.

Whilst a certain amount of delegation will be possible essentially this role is not just about management. You will be required to heavily involved in all aspects of the daily process. A proven track record and knowledge of SAP R3 would be a distinct advantage.

Salary range to £60,000 plus car allowance of £5500 + bonus potential to 16% of salary. All usual large company benefits are provided including contributory pension and 27 days annual leave.

If you fit the clear profile sent your CV to Sean Toms at sean_toms@robinson-toms.com. With your current salary & benefits , then call me on 01743.821472 for a confidential discussion.