Financial Director

Bedmax Ltd was formed in 1984 and produces equine bedding. Bedmax is an award-winning, equine bedding company that produces 100% natural, low dust horse bedding, developed specifically to keep horses healthy, happy and comfortable in the stable. The business has grown from a cottage industry into one that is a long term Royal Warrant holder supplying discerning customers worldwide, with an annual turnover in excess of £20m through a variety of sales channels.The company continues to be privately owned and has grown steadily in its lifetime, both organically and via strategic acquisition. Reporting to the Managing Director, the Director of Finance will sit on the senior management team and carry responsibility for accounting, tax, systems, and reporting whilst playing a key role in the commercial aspects of the business. At a detailed level, this will include: Financial reporting monthly and statutory to the Board / Budgeting and forecasting/ Cash management /Management of a small finance and admin team / Taxation-related issues including R&D tax credits / Systems implementation and ongoing development thereof / Providing decision-making support to key functional areas including sales and production / Liaison with key professional advisers. The company embraces hybrid working but will require the successful candidate to be on site at least 3 days a week.This represents a great opportunity for someone to make a real mark and could potentially suit either someone on a career development path or a candidate seeking to make a longer-term commitment to a single business.Potential candidates should be qualified accountants with broad experience and an appreciation of the environment in which an SME operates, with an engaging personality and strong communication skills enabling an impact to be made at Board level.A competitive salary and benefits package will be on offer for the right person.