Finance Director

Finance Director An opportunity exists for a Finance Director within ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions, UK & Ireland Door Group, reporting to the Managing Director. This role is based in Lisburn, Northern Ireland. The Company is a leading manufacturer of high-performance steel and timber doors, tailor made to individual project requirements from its Powershield, Prima, Safeguard and SMARTec ranges. Door Group offers an end-to-end solution including the Service and Repair of many varying door types through a dedicated department, which incorporates Fire Door Inspections . The primary objective of this position is: To be responsible for managing the finance function across the Door Group. To provide strong leadership and develop systems and processes to support improved management of the company. To analyse performance and identify risk and ensure good financial governance across the business. To play a major role in the development and implementation of the company's strategic plans in order that financial and growth targets are achieved. Key responsibilities and duties are: To support the preparation of Business Unit realistic and achievable plans and targets along with ensuring that the company delivers its commitments Responsible for the production of all financial information of the Door Group to the Group and to the senior and operational management of the company Responsible for the construction accounting process to ensure that full visibility of projects, in terms of sales and profitability, are available at every stage of their life cycle Actively seek methods to enhance the overall efficiency and performance of projects. Interrogating data in system processes for accuracy and reliability Review of all financial reporting processes to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of internal reporting. Responsible for the development and delivery of improved IT systems to support seamless and accurate financial management from specification to cash collection, and in support of better operating practices Cash flow management Ensure strong financial governance through effective controls within the financial processes, improving or introducing new processes where applicable Prepare, monitor and maintain monthly/quarterly/annual department and business unit forecasts and budgets Preparation and control of the monthly management accounts, in line with tight Group deadlines Control and reconciliation of business unit balance sheet To support all statutory and legislative financial requirements including statutory audits, HMRC and Irish Revenue Commission, NISRA and DFP Adhere to all Group reporting requirements and deadlines Assess and reduce the company's exposure to financial risk and any other duties required to assist in supporting the achievement of Company objectives The ideal candidate will: Hold a qualification in Accountancy (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Previous experience on a senior finance role is essential Has functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment Preferably have experience of working with Microsoft Dynamics AX or NAV Strong IT skills, including PowerPoint and Excel to an advanced level Have experience in Manufacturing and/or Construction Have successfully worked to tight deadlines in a fast pasced environment Have the ability to build strong relationships and influence individuals/teams at different levels across the organisation Have excellent verbal, written communication and presentation skills Good at figuring out the processes necessary to get things done Understands how to separate and combine tasks into efficient work flow Knows what to measure and how to measure it Can see opportunities for synergy and integration where others can't Can simplify complex processes We are looking for candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds We are the ASSA ABLOY Group Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 61,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces - physical and virtual - safer, more secure, and easier to access. As an employer, we value results - not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions - supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it's important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences. Lisburn, NIR, GB, BT28 2EX Finance No Travel Required Director 04-Oct-2024