Head of Finance

Full-time, permanent

£90,000 per annum - £95,000 per annum (increasing after probation) and home working allowance

Based: Home working and office

We are a fast growing, reputable and innovative company with a successful hybrid working style in this digital age. Hood Group is a dynamic, forward thinking customer management business that provides outsourced customer services for well-known UK trusted brands.

We are looking for an ambitious, passionate and motivated candidate to join as one of our Associate Directors.

The Associate Director - Finance is responsible for successfully delivering the Group’s strategic aims through the leadership of the agreed functions. The role participates at an Operational Board Level and plays an active part in driving the Group’s strategy and ensuring operational delivery. Reporting into the Chief Executive, the role requires a high degree of strategic leadership and analytical skills.

What will I do in the role?

• Manage, develop and improve the financial and commercial processes across the Group – the processes are well established but there is always room for development and improvement.
• Manage the Finance teams, providing strong leadership and direction. Lead by example and maintain strong discipline and control – the detail is important!
• Maintain and improve the reconciliation processes in place around the Collections and Payment processes and related Insurer/IBA Bank Account Reconciliations.
• Set annual goals and targets for the Finance team and put in processes to monitor progress versus those.
• Working with the Heads providing them with financial and commercial support.
• Deliver accurate and reliable monthly management accounts and commentaries on a timely basis.
• Manage and develop the Group’s budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Develop strong internal and external relationships with stakeholders and partners to enhance the credibility and profile of the Finance function.
• Provide financial analysis and commercial support to operational management to help them assess the viability of future commercial ventures/projects (Bid team involvement).
• Provide input and commentary on the profitability of each company, client and administrative function.
• Participate fully in the Group’s development change management processes – Hood Group is a fast-changing business with an ambitious growth plan.
• Manage and facilitate the personal development of the department’s staff.

· Any other ad hoc duties as required.

What do I need?

· Excellent interpersonal skills dealing with individuals at all levels.

· Ability to communicate with non-Finance managers.

· Extensive previous experience of managing and re-engineering financial processes.

· Disciplined, organised and methodical with attention to detail.

· Excellent analytical skills coupled with good judgement.

· Good understanding of banking and treasury matters.

· Excellent leadership skills.

· Good written and verbal communication skills.

Why work for us?

To be part of a fantastic, supportive team with great progression opportunities, with access to the following benefits;

· “The best job ever!“ feeling

· Various high street discounts – including discounted local theatres tickets

· Christmas Savings Club

· Social company events, we want you to be part of the Hood Group family

· Employee Recognition Scheme – Hood Heroes, we celebrate and recognise your contribution to Hood Group

· We are offering 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

· Employee Assistance Program

· Health & Wellbeing Program

· Incentive of £250 on Refer a friend scheme

· Learning & Development assistance Program

· Private Medical Health Care

· Private Health Insurance

· Eye Care Vouchers including discount on glasses

· Pension Scheme

And there’s more benefits…….

We have a new, modern, airy office based right in the heart of Southend-on-Sea, just off the high street. This is a key part of our hybrid model, having a space where people can work together collaboratively and catch up in person. Whether that’s coming in for training, meetings, workshops or simply coming in to work! We offer home working for all staff, whether regularly or occasionally, allowing flexibility and a good work life balance around other commitments and family life.

We will provide your laptop and any other professional equipment required and you will also receive a working from home allowance.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £90,000.00-£95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Wellness programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Southend-on-Sea: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you a qualified accountant?

Experience:

• Financial Controller: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Southend-on-Sea