Head of Finance

In a NutshellWe have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Finance to join our team within Vistry South East, at our office in at our office in Redhill, Surrey (RH1 1QZ). As our Head of Finance, you will be responsible for leading and shaping the commercial finance function and supporting the Finance Director and business across a range of other finance and operational matters. This is a front-end role liaising closely with other departments to ensure timely and accurate recommendations and information is presented to the local Board and division.We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for youCompetitive basic salary and annual bonusCompany car, car allowance or travel allowanceSalary sacrifice car scheme available to all employeesUp to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays2 Volunteering days per annumPrivate medical insurance, with employee paid coverEnhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leaveCompetitive pension scheme through salary sacrificeLife assurance at 4 x your annual salaryShare save and share incentive schemesChristmas company shutdownEmployee rewards portal with many more benefitsIn return, what we would like from youBehave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and QualityACA / ACCA or CIMA qualifiedSelf-starter and problem solverTrack record in producing concise management information and reportsExperience of implementing new processes and procedures and consistently challenging such processes to improve the quality of inputAdvanced Excel / data interrogationProven ability to manage competing prioritiesProven experience business partnering with operational teams, with the ability to understand key business drivers and communicate financial concepts effectively to non-financial stakeholdersExperience investigating and succinctly summarising forecast / budget variancesStrong influencing and negotiation skillsAbility to operate in a fast-paced, changing environmentExperience presenting to senior leadership teams and boardsStrong commercial judgement and decision-making capabilityFlexibility in approachDesirableExperience of working in the construction sectorExperience of COINS accounting systemKnowledge of AnaplanExperience of using AI tools (e.g. Microsoft Copilot) to drive process efficiencies and enhance data interrogationMore about the Head of Finance roleAct as a strategic partner to the Finance Director, Managing Director and Regional Board, providing commercial insight to support key business decisions and risk managementOwn the preparation and review of the regional cash and P&L forecast on a monthly basis, including strategic planning and budget settingDrive cash performance through robust forecasting, working capital management and effective challenge of operational stakeholdersReview cost-to-complete positions and provide effective challenge to assumptions and reported outcomes at monthly project review meetingsReview key balance sheet reconciliations and challenge assumptions on WIP unwindPreparation of management accounts and supporting commentary on a monthly basisProvide support to the Finance Director in production of monthly Board packsLead monthly Joint Venture reporting both internally and to JV partnersEnsure integrity of data on COINS and AnaplanCoordinate Day 1 flash reports to FD and DivisionImprove systems and proceduresLead and drive the audit relationship at half and full yearDirect line management of two while assuming responsibility for driving overall finance team development and engagement; promoting a culture of ambition and high-performanceFinally, let's tell you a bit more about usWe build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.Join us in making Vistry.#LI-HA1TPBN1_UKTJ