A superb Head of Finance role has arisen in the fascinating FMCG brand in Park Royal.
Client Details
Michael Page Finance are delighted to be the exclusive recruitment partner of a high growth, consumer brand based in North West London.
The company is a well-known player in the vertical they operate in. With a variety of products within their portfolio, the brand has built a reputation on convenience and ease of use.
With a turnover of £30m, their brand has carved out a synonymous position with the product culture and is the go to within the market.
They are looking to hire a new Head of Finance position.
Description
The Head of Finance will report in to the CFO and be responsible for:
Financial Strategy & Planning:
*Develop financial strategies that align with the organisation’s long-term international growth objectives. Treasury management - conducting analysis of foreign currency trader rates and recommending tailored hedging solutions.
*Conduct market research and analyse global financial trends to provide strategic recommendations to the
CFOAccounting & Financial Reporting:
*Oversight and support with the preparation of accurate and timely monthly/quarterly accounts and tax filings together annual financial statements and reports, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS or UK GAAP).
*Manage the year-end process and coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors across various jurisdictions.
*Ensure all financial and statutory reporting requirements are met for all international entities.
Budgeting & Financial Management:
*Develop and control the company’s annual operating budget and ongoing forecasting processes.
*Monitor cash flow and ensure appropriate treasury controls are in place, managing payment runs across multiple countries and currencies.
*Implement cost reduction strategies and provide commercial analysis (e.g., margin, pricing analysis) to support decision-making.
Risk Management & Compliance:
*Identify and mitigate financial risks, including exchange rate fluctuations and compliance with diverse international tax laws and regulations.
*Develop and implement internal audit programmes, policies, and procedures to ensure robust financial management and control within the company.
*Prevent and manage fraud and corruption by setting up preventive and monitoring mechanisms.
Leadership & Team Management:
*Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, including managing finance managers
*Reporting to CFO to drive commercial performance and achieve objectives.
*Communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders .
Profile
The successful Head of Finance will ideally be:
*A fully qualified accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA)
*Demonstrable experience in a similar role in another international business (Multi-currency)
*Demonstrable controls and leadership skills
*Strong business partnering skills with the ability to influence at all levels
*ERP systems exposure
*Transformation experience
Job Offer
The Head of Finance position comes with a competitive base salary of £80,000-£85,000, 10-20% performance related bonus and package.
This is an office base role with some flexibility.
North West London, Acton, Harrow
FMCG