Description
Job Title: Divisional Finance Director
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: £70,000 + Excellent Benefits Package
Rutherford Cross has been retained by a recently acquired European division of a global market leader to identify a high calibre qualified Accountant to undertake a key senior finance role. The Divisional Finance Director sits on the Senior Management Team with responsibility for the full financial control of the business in addition to contributing to its strategic direction. This is a critical role central to the company and is highly visible across the wider group.
Operating in a dynamic and change orientated working environment, this opportunity requires an individual with the capacity and flexibility to adapt their approach as the scale of the business increases whilst at all times meeting the needs of a diverse stakeholder group. The Divisional Finance Director will be heavily involved in driving business growth through astute financial management, taking ownership of the integration process, and also supporting the European MD operationally on a day-to-day basis.
There are a number of current and planned initiatives that this role will play a significant part in. These include an imminent business and systems transformation program designed to improve visibility across the business therefore providing a stable platform for growth. As the company moves to becoming part of a wider group more robust internal controls and procedures will be required, in addition to increased reporting capability to meet the needs of the parent company.
The Candidate
The Divisional Finance Director position requires a professionally qualified accountant with the capacity to lead a multi-site finance function. This is a broad and ever evolving role that requires an individual from a commercial background with demonstrable experience of operational and commercial business partnering and decision making. It is critical that the Divisional Finance Director can work closely with the Senior Management Team, providing challenge and input into commercial decision making and programme management.
The focus in the business is on product development and winning and delivering projects, but underpinned by astute financial management. To be successful in the role, it is essential that the Divisional Finance Director can bring ‘bigger picture’ awareness while also always remaining close enough to the business to safeguard its financial future.
A summary of the key candidate requirements are as follows:
- Qualified Accountant with 5 years + PQE gained in industry
- Excellent technical foundation in accounting
- Experience of operating at senior management level, ideally gained in a manufacturing, technology, or related environment
- Experience of operating in an environment of continuous improvement, supporting managers and leaders to identify and implement opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- A values based and confident leadership style with a successful track record of delivering results through inspiring, coaching and motivating others
- First class communicator at every level, with strong inter-personal skills
- Commercial thinking, drive, ambition, and professionalism
- Ability to delegate effectively and manage the delivery of multiple projects
To apply, have a confidential discussion or to see a full Position Profile, please contact our retained advisor Billy McCarthy at Rutherford Cross on [email protected] or 0131 603 8111.
Rutherford Cross is a specialist search and selection firm focussed exclusively on senior finance appointments, working with leading organisations around the world to source the highest-calibre professionals