Head of Finance

at  Henderson Brown

Job Title: Head of Finance
Location: Lincolnshire /Hybrid
Salary: Competitive, plus benefits
Our client, a leading and sustainability-focused produce business, is looking for an accomplished Head of Finance to drive their financial strategy and operational alignment. This role is pivotal to the company’s ongoing growth and commitment to sustainable practices. If you are an experienced finance leader with a strong operational background, this could be your ideal opportunity.
Role Overview:
As Head of Finance, you will oversee a skilled finance team of five while championing the integration of finance with operations. This position calls for a dynamic leader who can use data-driven insights to shape financial strategies and support the business’s sustainability goals. You will lead a transformation that positions finance as a key partner to operational teams, working collaboratively to track performance, optimise budgets, and improve efficiencies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Finance-Operations Integration: Build a strong partnership between finance and operations, ensuring financial insights and operational needs are aligned.
• Data-Driven Transformation: Use data to drive transformation, influencing decisions that support business growth and sustainability goals.
• Budgeting and Performance Tracking: Oversee budgeting processes, establish performance metrics, and provide regular reporting on financial health and operational efficiencies.
• Team Leadership: Manage and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Strategic Support for Sustainability Goals: Ensure financial strategies are aligned with the company’s sustainability objectives, supporting its mission to lead in eco-friendly produce.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience as a Head of Finance with a strong operational focus.
• Skilled in driving cross-functional integration, particularly between finance and operations.
• Expertise in data analytics and financial modeling to guide strategic decisions.
• Strong leadership abilities with a track record of building and managing high-performing teams.
• Passion for sustainability and commitment to supporting eco-friendly business practices.

If you are ready to take on a transformative role in a purpose-driven business please apply now

• Lead Finance-Operations Integration: Build a strong partnership between finance and operations, ensuring financial insights and operational needs are aligned.
• Data-Driven Transformation: Use data to drive transformation, influencing decisions that support business growth and sustainability goals.
• Budgeting and Performance Tracking: Oversee budgeting processes, establish performance metrics, and provide regular reporting on financial health and operational efficiencies.
• Team Leadership: Manage and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Strategic Support for Sustainability Goals: Ensure financial strategies are aligned with the company’s sustainability objectives, supporting its mission to lead in eco-friendly produce