A highly skilled finance professional with extensive experience in financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making.

They have a proven track record of driving business performance and improving operational efficiencies through insightful reporting and data analysis. With over 15 years’ experience across the distribution, energy and retail sectors, they are adept at period-end reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, building strong relationships with stakeholders, and simplifying complex data into clear and actionable insight.

They have successfully led system improvement projects and implemented new financial controls and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Known for identifying opportunities for operational improvement and collaborating with business leaders to deliver sustainable results, they bring a strong commercial focus and a passion for continuous improvement.

Exposure includes:

  • Partnering with senior leaders to drive data-led decision-making and improve business performance.
  • Leading period-end reporting, budgeting, and forecasting across multiple sectors.
  • Building strong relationships with stakeholders and supporting managers with financial queries.
  • Managing month-end close, reconciliations, payroll approvals, and payment runs.
  • Designing and implementing financial controls and process improvements.
  • Leading and mentoring finance teams to enhance capability and performance.
  • Driving system upgrades and transitions (Oracle to SAP) and improving reporting tools.
  • Supporting audits and ensuring accurate, compliant financial reporting.
  • Resolving complex reconciliations, clearing historic balances, and improving cost control.
  • Overseeing project finances, including budgets, stock, and event reporting.

Qualifications:

Chartered Insurance Institute

FA2 – Financial administration

BSc Business Management 2:1 – Dissertation in M&A 1st

 

Software knowledge:  Extensive Microsoft Office experience, Advanced Excel,  Business Central, SAP, Sage, Oracle, EPOS Now, Wrike, Vixon, Clover, Qlikview, Cashfac, OpenAccounts, SUN, IPOS, Vision, Precision

Notice Period: Immediately available

Location: Hampshire

Ref: 72899

 

To discuss this candidate or request a full CV, please contact:

Sarah Arnold – 01252 718777

Sarah.Arnold@howett-thorpe.co.uk