Head Of Finance

I am delighted to be working alongside an award-winning international clothing company based in Glasgow, to recruit a Head of Finance to join their talented, dynamic and ambitious team.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a skilled team of accountants within a well-established brand-name business that possesses interests in both the UK and overseas. A full Accountancy qualification and experience of working in a similar senior role are essential requirements to be considered for this position.

Role responsibilities:

Reporting to the Board of Directors as Head of Finance, your primary function will be to lead the team of staff responsible for all aspects of accounting and financial management for both the UK and European entities, as well as the group. This includes -

· Leadership duties and the ongoing development of the Finance Team

· Maintaining accurate financial records and a robust controls framework

· Preparing statutory and consolidated accounts for all companies within the group

· Liaising with the bank, auditors and other relevant external stakeholders

· Preparing profit, loss and balance sheet accounts

· Ensuring the company adheres to country-specific regulations

· Preparing monthly flash and management accounts for all companies in the group

· Budgeting, forecasting and financial planning

· Preparing and conducting regular management reviews to discuss financial results, advising on stronger operational policies and financial controls

· Business partnering with key stakeholders and advisors, challenging business reviews, improving the processes and identifying key risks

· Taking a lead role in strategic projects

Key skills and experience required:

· A full Accountancy qualification

· Demonstrable experience of working in a similar senior role and varied accounting experience gained within a sizeable organisation

· Strong technical accountancy skills with experience in financial reporting, tax, foreign currencies and liaising with banks

· Adept communicator with an ability to build robust relationships with stakeholders across all levels and disciplines

· Ability to work at a strategic level, but not afraid to take on a more hands-on approach where necessary

· Thriving under pressure in a fast-paced environment with an ability to see the bigger commercial picture behind the numbers

· Driven and passionate with a "can-do" attitude

· Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics AX Experience would be beneficial

If you are interested and would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please apply below