Finance Lead

Inventory Management: Implement Inventory control actions and initiatives to maximize operational profitability while maximizing cash Forecasting: lead the main financial processes for the site, such forecasts and profit plan Cost Accounting: Analyze and interpret financial data related to the costs incurred by a company during its operations with the primary objective to provide valuable insights to management, enabling them to make informed decisions regarding cost efficiency, pricing strategies, and overall financial performance Talent Management: Builds organizational capability through successful hiring, talent development, and succession planning in the business. The Site Finance Lead will continually raise the bar on their team performance and find creative and meaningful ways to build the skills within their function to help lead premiere performance Work with and support other Finance team members within the MSD organization Finance Transformation: Play an active role in leading the WIM finance team through Finance Transformation activities through transition of responsibilities into the Operating for Growth Structure Champion the finance culture changes at the plant level, aiding the finance team to operate as business partners. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution Minimum of five (5) years accounting or finance experience; 2 years of data analytics experience is preferred Strong financial acumen and business partnering skills Strong Leadership Skills Ability to understand and communicate financial concepts to non-financial professionals Detail-oriented with effective organization and time management skills Highly motivated, highly analytical and self-starter Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent) Extensive experience in Accounting/Finance role within a relevant engineering/manufacturing/services company Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; ability to interface with all levels of the organization Demonstrable experience of implementing process improvement/lean processes within a business UK MoD & US DoD Contracts knowledge - highly desirable (in relevant Sectors)