Head of Finance
- Nottingham
- £85,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
The Head of Finance will oversee all financial operations, reporting, and planning across the business. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role offers broad responsibility, including team leadership, commercial insight, and operational finance oversight in a fast-paced, product-led environment.Key Responsibilities:Lead the finance team and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting across the groupOwn budgeting, forecasting, and long-term strategic planning processesDeliver monthly management accounts and variance analysis with clear commercial commentaryBusiness partner with commercial and operational teams to drive performance and profitabilityEnsure strong financial control and compliance across all financial operationsOversee cash flow forecasting, working capital management, and treasury reportingManage external relationships including auditors, banks, and advisorsSupport international expansion, investment analysis, and new product launchesDrive improvements in financial systems, controls, and reporting processesCandidate Profile:ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with strong post-qualified experienceProven success in a senior finance role within retail, FMCG, cosmetics, or a product-based businessStrong technical accounting background with commercial acumenExperience leading and developing a finance teamExcellent Excel skills and confident working with reporting and ERP systemsProactive, detail-oriented, and able to operate at both strategic and hands-on levelsStrong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders