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Head of Finance, ACA, ACCA or CIMA Qualified, FMCG SME, Bedford, c£90,000

Working for a £50m wholesale / retail business based in Bedford. Overseeing small accounts team, responsible for all accounting, reporting, and budgeting processes for the business.

As the Head of Finance, you will be a key part of the senior leadership team, and your remit will include:

* Leading the forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning processes

* Preparing the annual budget

* Statutory accounts preparation, ensuring accurate financial reporting

* Coordinating with external auditors during the audit process

* Lead preparation of weekly, monthly, and quarterly management accounts, providing regular performance analysis

* Direct the forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning process for income, costs, balance sheet, and cashflow accounting

* Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring reporting deadlines are met

* Manage tax matters, including VAT compliance and filing

Seeking a commercially minded qualified Accountant with SME and FMCG experience, ideally including exposure to online retail/ wholesale operations