Finance Director

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Finance Director to join their dynamic team, based in Nottingham. This role offers an exceptional salary range of £160,000 - £180,000 and is based in the vibrant city of Nottingham. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to drive forward a US owned organisation, as the organisation embark on a serious period of growth!

As Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of our client's company & play a central role in developing and implementing the company’s financial strategy. This includes overseeing long-term financial planning, setting annual budgets, and forecasting future financial performance. You’ll work with executives to ensure financial goals align with the overall business strategy, drive growth, and support business initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Managing and controlling costs is a primary responsibility. You’ll monitor expenses across departments, identifies areas for cost-saving, and optimise resource allocation to improve profitability. You will also conduct variance analyses to compare actual performance against the budget, providing insights into financial efficiencies or operational bottlenecks.
• Given the U.S. regulatory landscape, the Finance Director ensures accurate financial reporting and compliance in both US and UK GAAP & SOX.
• You’ll be a key point of contact between the company and its stakeholders, including investors, banks, and board members providing financial insights, communicating financial performance, and address inquiries about the company’s financial health, fostering transparency and confidence among stakeholders.

A full detailed spec is available.

What you bring:

• A relevant accounting qualification (e.g. CPA, ACCA, ACA) and a minimum of 8–10 years of progressive financial experience, with at least several years in a senior finance role.
• Hands on experience in a similar leadership role, along with an in-depth knowledge of US & UK GAAP and statutory reporting and filing requirements.
• Experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial and operational risks, with a strong understanding of relevant financial regulations and risk management practices in the U.S. market.
• A proven track record in accurate and timely financial reporting, including the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

On offer is a package of £160,000 - £180,000 per annum, plus a bonus & very strong wider benefits package.

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