Finance Director Designate

Automotive
Bristol
To £90,000 + Benefits

The Company

We are representing a prominent automotive company that specialises in sales, service, and distribution of a broad range of products operating across multiple dealerships. With more than 50 years of experience, they have successfully built long term relationships through exceptional customer service and a diverse product offering. They continue to focus on the use of innovative solutions and digital tools to reach a broader customer base and achieve consistent growth.

The Role

We are searching for a dynamic and visionary finance leader to join our client and play a pivotal role in maximising value creation, ensuring legal compliance, and managing risks to drive the business to new heights. In a hands-on role you will help shape the future, taking charge of the finance function, becoming the go-to expert for the Board on all financial matters. Key to the role is maintaining and strengthening the internal control environment and overseeing a standard costing system to ensure accurate material costing, and that prices are tracked efficiently. As part of the leadership team, you will also play a key role in developing and maintaining the strategic plan, budgeting, and forecasting allowing the business to make informed decisions that incorporate the key drivers.

The Candidate

As a Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) you will have a successful track record in a manufacturing/engineering environment ideally within a high-growth SME business and a proficiency in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and lean management. With good planning and organisational skills, you will also have the ability to motivate and inspire staff, have a hands-on approach and be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills.

How to Apply

To apply please click on the button below, attaching your full CV in Word format quoting reference number 373611.