Finance Director
Sector:Construction
Job type:Perm
Salary/Rate:£125,000 per annum
Town/City:Covent Garden
County:Greater London
Job ref:617-7 S12
Post Date:25. 03. 2025
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About the Role
Harper May is partnering with a renowned property and construction group, which has experienced substantial growth and plans to launch additional developments in the coming months. Our client is now seeking an experienced Finance Director to lead their finance team and support the company’s continued expansion.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor the finance team, ensuring adherence to month-end reporting deadlines and regulatory compliance
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of financial reporting structures and general ledger systems to facilitate accurate and timely reporting
- Drive monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to support budgeting and forecasting activities
- Identify opportunities for process optimisation and resource allocation, enhancing departmental efficiency without compromising accuracy
- Provide guidance on non-routine financial transactions
- Spearhead the implementation of procedural enhancements and technological innovations to streamline workflow and elevate performance standards
- Conduct training sessions for new and existing staff members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development
- Collaborate with the Director on special projects and workflow enhancements
- Manage the finance team to meet reporting requirements and ensure consistency and compliance across all financial operations
Qualifications/Skills:
- ACA, ACCA, CIMA Qualified or equivalent
- Proven experience in finance management, ideally within the property and construction sectors
- Strong leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and manage teams
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Sound knowledge of accounting fundamentals and financial reporting standards
- Auditing experience
- Compliance-oriented with a strong understanding of regulations
- Proficiency in accounting software and systems
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
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