Finance Director

Description:

Location: Christchurch, Dorset
Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
 
The Opportunity:
 
We are recruiting for an experienced Finance Director to join a forward-thinking and growing business based in Christchurch, Dorset.
 
This is an exciting senior-level opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who can take ownership of the company's financial operations while playing a key role in its continued growth and development.
The successful candidate will oversee financial strategy, reporting, compliance and governance, while also exploring how AI and technology can be used to improve financial processes, efficiency and decision making across the business.
 
Key Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the business
Develop and deliver financial strategies that support continued business growth
Manage budgeting, forecasting and financial planning
Prepare and oversee accurate financial statements and management reporting
Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and reporting requirements
Manage the audit process and liaise with external auditors and professional advisers
Provide commercial insight and financial analysis to support senior-level decision-making
Identify opportunities to improve financial controls, systems and processes
Drive the effective use of AI and technology within finance, identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and automation About You:
 
We are looking for an experienced finance professional who combines strong technical knowledge with a commercial and strategic approach.
Ideally, you will have:

A relevant professional accountancy qualification, such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA
Previous experience operating in a senior finance leadership position
Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting experience
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong knowledge of financial compliance, governance and audit processes
A commercial mindset with the ability to contribute to wider business strategy
Experience within retail, e-commerce or a similar fast-paced commercial environment would be highly advantageous
An interest in using AI, automation and emerging technology to improve finance functions What's on Offer?

£70,000 - £90,000 per annum
5 weeks' holiday
Electric car scheme
Opportunity to take ownership of a senior finance function
The chance to influence business strategy and future growth
A forward-thinking environment embracing AI and new technology This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Finance Director or senior finance professional looking to make a genuine impact within an innovative and evolving business