Looking for an FD for a small national group affiliated to automotive. The business has 300 staff, turnover around £150m. Revenues just 4% off making profit, stable, consistent. Financially astute senior management. Need competent FD with all the usual skills + leveraged finance would be an advantage as would Kerridge and experience of bank relationships. Fantastic chance of a lifetime opportunity for the right person. Cheers, Tom

not determined but competetive package

Management Accounting

? Ensure that management accounts are submitted accurately and to the specified deadlines

? Review final accounts and highlight variants with management team

? Support senior management in specific investigations into departmental management accounts

? Produce all statutory information accurately and to the specified deadlines

? Assist the auditors as required in producing information to generate statutory accounts

? Produce VAT returns in line with the statutory requirements

? Manage the cash flow and funding requirements of the business and produce reports for the senior management

? Manage the stock reconciliation process in line with the needs of the company

? Produce accurate reports and submit in a timely fashion

Planning and budgeting

? Advise and assist management team in developing annual business plans and strategy.

? Advise and assist management team in produce periodic business forecasts.

? Advise management team on the financial impact of management decisions on the business.

? Advise and assist senior management in producing capital project proposals.

Performance Management

? Agree tasks and work standards with the Accounts and Administration teams.

? Agree personal and business objectives with team members

? Carry out regular performance appraisals with the team

? Maintain standards of performance and conduct, dealing with lapses in line with Audi centre policy.

? Review payment systems to ensure consistency and fairness and recognise and reward exceptional performance.

People Management

? Operate a Recruitment and Selection process in line with organisational requirements

IT

? Produce, monitor and review company I.T strategy

? Ensure all aspects of company IT infrastructure is maintained and fully functioning.

? Ensure all relevant personnel are suitably trained and have adequate system access.

? Ensure that all computer usage is in line with company policies.

? Liase with suppliers of hardware, software and maintenance.

Ledger Management

Sales ledger

? Liaise with the Head of Business /Sales Manager/Sales Administrator regarding status of consigned vehicles to avoid the adoption of fully consigned stock wherever possible.

? Advise and assist the Head of Business to optimise the use of vehicle funding schemes.

? Assign costs against vehicles by accounting period cut-off dates.

? Manage the cash flow of the business to minimise costs and maximise interest.

? Ensure that procedures are in place to charge out goods and services promptly and payments are received and banked within the agreed credit period

? Advise and assist the management team in minimising debts.

? Act personally to resolve customer problems if required.

? Reconcile the sales ledger.

Purchase Ledger

? Ensure that purchase invoices are processed by business deadlines.

? Ensure that procedures are in place to agree and authorise suppliers%27 statements promptly.

? Ensure that payment procedures are effective and efficient.

? Ensure that all suppliers queries are dealt with promptly.

Nominal ledger

? Reconcile balance sheet accounts to safeguard the interests of stakeholders.

? Ensure that the Dealer Management System is maintained and is suitable to support the achievement of the business objectives.

? Monitor fixed and current asset values within the business and implement agreed depreciation and write down policies.

General Duties

? People Management

? Management accounting and reporting

? Planning and budgeting

? Ledger management

? Company Secretary

? I.T Management

Key Competencies:

? Managing People
Intellectually aware of and has a belief in the value of the human asset to current and future business success. Has the skills to draw the best performance from the people (s)he manages and / or interacts with, in a manner that builds relationships and team spirit.

? Consumer and Market Focus
Prioritises the need to have an understanding of the relevant consumer and local market influences. Possesses an energy and genuine regard for the importance of the customer to the sustainability of the business and the Brand and ensures procedures and attitudes are in place throughout their area of responsibility to deliver excellent levels of service.

? Business and Commercial Know-How
Effectively analyses and interprets all types of commercial data, in order to accurately diagnose and put in place appropriate solutions to ensure business success and growth. Has the ability to anticipate and act proactively as well as responsively.

? Personal Impact
Possesses the personal impact and stature of a professional business person. Has the essential skills to make an impact with a range of people and possess a level of self-awareness that enables them to adapt their style to suit different requirements.

? Brand Alignment
Knowledgeable of and aligned to the Brand, acting as trustworthy ambassador in the eyes of the customer, staff and peers. Runs their area of responsibility in a manner that honours the Brand values and supports Brand strategy in all that it does.

? Strategic Development and Planning
Has the ability to see the bigger picture and envisage the longer term implications of actions and ideas. Whilst (s)he must focus on maximising the potential of their area of responsibility today, (s)he must also have an eye for opportunity, plan for the future and be able to manage some strategic risks.

Signatory powers/specific authority

Financial sign off: At your own discretion you may spend up to ?000.00 on justifiable customer appeasement. You are to inform the Managing Director of your action at the earliest opportunity.
Reports to: Managing Director