Full job description

The Finance Director will take the lead on all financial operations, ensuring the smooth running of budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning. Based in North East London, this role is crucial in supporting a growing technology business by providing financial insights and driving business performance.

Client Details

A company operating in the tech/ logistics industry, based in North East London.

Description

• Oversee all financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Develop strategies to optimise financial performance and support business goals.
• Provide detailed financial reports and insights to the founder/CEO and all key stakeholders.
• Lead, develop and mentor the finance team to maintain high performance standards.
• Manage cash flow, investments, and risk management processes.
• Collaborate with other departments to align financial planning with operational strategies.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.

Profile

A successful Finance Director should have:

• An established career as a Finance Director having worked as a no 1 in the finance function
• Track record of working in a scaling, founder led SME
• Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning.
• Experience in managing and developing high-performing finance teams.
• Excellent knowledge of financial regulations and compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate financial insights clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• A professional accounting qualification, such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.