Head of Finance (Edenbridge, ENG, GB, TN8 6HF) bei Automation Solutions - ATS Corporation

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Head of Finance to lead our finance operations and team. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring robust reporting, compliance, and support to the wider business.

This role is ideally suited to a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with 1–3 years PQE who is eager to take ownership of an SME finance team within Manufacturing and play a key role in driving process accuracy and financial insight.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development:

• Manage and develop a finance team of three, ensuring effective delivery of daily finance tasks.

• Provide coaching, support, and cross-cover across the team where required.

Month-End & Management Reporting:

• Lead the month-end close process, delivering accurate and timely management accounts.

• Prepare and submit monthly reporting to the international parent company, including intercompany reconciliations and reporting.

Project & Inventory Accounting:

• Partner with Operations to ensure accurate project accounting, including revenue recognition, WIP and Deferred Income.

• Support inventory management processes and ensure integrity of project costs.

Compliance & Control:

• Prepare quarterly VAT returns.

• Manage payroll in conjunction with HR and Sales Director, including P11D reporting.

• Maintain strong financial controls, ensuring accuracy in day-to-day postings and reconciliations.

Business Partnering & Ad-Hoc Support:

• Collaborate with stakeholders across Operations, Sales, and the wider business.

• Support the Finance Director with analysis, ad-hoc tasks, and strategic initiatives.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), ideally 1–3 years PQE.

• Experience in an SME environment; manufacturing or project-based business desirable.

• Hands-on approach with willingness to get involved across different areas of the business.

• Strong technical grounding in management accounts, VAT, payroll, and intercompany processes.

• ERP experience preferred; JD Edwards desirable but not essential.

• Strong communication skills and ability to manage a small team.

Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays.

• Private Medical Insurance for peace of mind.

• Enhanced Pension Scheme to support your future.

• Onsite Parking for easy commuting.

• Bonus Scheme linked to both company and personal objectives.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a broad, hands-on finance leadership role in a growing SME environment. You will gain exposure to global trading, project-based accounting, and parent-company reporting, while developing your leadership skills under the guidance of the Finance Director.