CFO/ Finance Director

We are delighted to be exclusively working on behalf of our client, a successful and established market leading Environmental Consultancy. They are proud to be experiencing continued growth, both organically and via acquisition. Working alongside fellow board members, this is a key strategic and commercial finance opportunity where you will add genuine value and drive increased revenue and profit. You will play a key role in the leadership of the business, contributing to strategy, whilst managing the finance function through the next exciting phase of growth.

Key responsibilities and objectives will include: Interrogating, understanding and analysing key financial information; Compiling and presenting key findings and reports; Actively involved in acquisition targets and leading the associated due diligence; Visualising and delivering strategic projects to enable the delivery of the 5 year plan; Negotiating and liaising with 3rd parties including investors, banks and auditors; Driving and managing change across the business; Inspiring and developing the finance team; Working closely with fellow board members and senior management to ensure strategic goals are achieved.

Preferred criteria is as follows: Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/ACMA) together with a good academic background and technical ability; Worked at a high level within a small or medium sized company, ideally together with an appreciation of how systems and controls operate within larger businesses; Possess a good working knowledge of acquisitions and due diligence; Commercially astute to be able to analyse problems and implement solutions; Proven experience at strategic level; Strong influential skills, enjoying robust debates, whilst also being pragmatic, a good listener and team player; Work well in a driven and loyal culture; Able to inspire and motivate the team, together with suitable interpersonal skills and gravitas to build strong relationships with external parties; Have a natural energy and passion to thrive in a growing business; Possess the flexibility to travel at short notice (although you will be predominantly based in the North-East).

In addition to a competitive salary, you will be rewarded with an excellent benefits package including generous shares over time, pension, free on-site parking and generous holiday allowance. It is also envisaged the financial benefits will increase in line with the continued growth and success of the business.

You are advised to apply at your earliest convenience, as interviews are due to be conducted asap. N.B. with Lyons Recruitment being retained on an exclusive basis, any CV's sent from other sources will automatically be redirected