Apply for this role:
Reference: HOF20242
Please email your cv and covering letter to jobs@fuelstoragesolutions.co.uk referencing the code above.

This is a superb opportunity for someone looking to develop their experience and be part of a fast-growing company.
The role is very ‘hands on’ and requires an energetic and enthusiastic individual ready to take on a challenge.
The successful applicant for the Head of Finance role will be someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, thrives working within a team, enjoys helping others develop and shows initiative and drive.
The Head of Finance will take full ownership for and drive the Finance & Procurement department at FSS, by introducing and streamlining processes, providing support to the existing team and leading by example.

• You will work directly with other Heads of Department and the Board of Directors to develop strategy and move the company towards its goals
• You will be responsible for a team of two (Assistant Accountant and Purchasing Manager) and be able to motivate, lead and mould the department.
• Ideally, you will have extensive experience working within a finance department and possess previous people management and leadership experience.
• You will be an exceptional communicator, and be used to influencing at senior stakeholder level, working with key decision makers.
• The successful candidate will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA /equivalent qualified.
• The role is based onsite in our office in Thornton, Bradford.

The key duties for the Head of Finance are:

• Oversee all Company accounts and accounting transactions.
• Create and implement the Finance & Procurement strategy.
• Develop and manage budgets and financial plans for the business.
• Review all financial plans and budgets, regularly looking for cost-reduction opportunities.
• Manage cashflow by tracking transactions and regularly creating and reviewing internal reports.
• Prepare, present and submit all relevant financial reporting.
• Support the Finance Director in all financial preparatory works.
• Complete the preparation and submission of all required monthly, quarterly, and annual returns.
• Provide the Financial Director with regular financial and departmental updates.
• Supervise monthly payroll tasks.
• Work closely with the Projects team and provide financial guidance throughout the lifecycle of projects.
• Collaborate with the Finance Director to finalise and present the reports to the Board of Directors/other relevant stakeholders.
• Embed KPIs to manage performance across the team.
• Coordinate Finance & Procurement team members and provide training and guidance to non-financial stakeholders.

What we offer at FSS:

• 37.5 hour working week.
• 31 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays.
• Enhanced pension (5%).
• Death in service policy – 3x annual salary.
• Health Insurance – optional.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Long service rewards.
• Company events.
• Dedicated in-house and on-site training.
• Career development.
• Cycle to works
• Free on-site parking
• Referral programme

Experience:

• Financial management: 3 years (preferred)
• Financial accounting: 5 years (preferred)
• Leadership: 3 years (preferred)
• Purchasing: 3 years (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Bradford (required)