ROLE OVERVIEW

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced finance professional to take on a key leadership role within our growing telecommunications business, working directly with the Finance Director to oversee financial reporting, management accounting and financial performance across the organisation.

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This role will act as the number two within the finance function, providing financial insight and operational support to senior leadership while helping to strengthen financial processes and reporting as the business continues to grow.

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Cable & Splicing Services (CASS) is a well-established telecommunications infrastructure specialist delivering fibre connectivity solutions across the UK. As the business continues to expand, this role offers an excellent opportunity for a finance professional to take on a high-impact position with exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.

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The role is based at our Snitterfield Head Office near Stratford-upon-Avon, operating on a hybrid working model (80% office / 20% home).

What you’ll be doing:

As Finance Manager / Head of Finance, you will take ownership of the financial reporting and management accounting function while supporting the wider development of the finance function across the CASS Group.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts and associated reporting schedules

• Owning the main trading Profit & Loss account, ensuring financial performance is clearly understood across the business

• Providing financial analysis and commentary to senior management to support informed decision-making

• Identifying financial trends, risks and opportunities and presenting recommendations to the Finance Director

• Preparing month-end journals and maintaining key accounting schedules including WIP, accruals and prepayments

• Reconciling balance sheet accounts and maintaining the Fixed Asset Register

• Supporting the production of Board reporting and company KPIs

• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes

• Monitoring departmental performance against budgets and forecasts

• Managing day-to-day cashflow forecasting and working capital oversight

• Overseeing PAYE and CIS payroll processes, working with the external payroll provider

• Managing VAT reporting and financial compliance across the group

• Supporting the annual audit process and statutory reporting requirements

What we're looking for:

We’re seeking a finance professional who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to provide meaningful financial insight to senior stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will bring:

• A proactive and analytical approach to financial management

• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to translate financial data into business insights

• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and departmental leaders

• A collaborative leadership style with the ability to support and develop finance team members

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

Required skills and experience:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or nearing completion)

• 3- 5 years experience in a management accounting or finance management role

• Proven experience preparing monthly management accounts and financial reporting

• Experience producing financial modelling, analysis and forecasting

• Experience managing or supervising finance staff

• Experience supporting external audits and statutory reporting

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial controls

• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial analysis skills

• Experience working within a multi-entity or group structure (desirable)

• Full UK driving licence (occasional travel between sites may be required)

What you'll get:

• Competitive salary (£50,000 – £55,000 depending on experience)

• Hybrid working (60% office / 40% home)

• Pension and benefits package

• A senior role working directly with the Finance Director

• Opportunity to influence financial strategy and operational decision-making

• The chance to help develop and strengthen the finance function within a growing organisation

Apply today:

If you're an experienced finance professional looking for your next opportunity with a respected and growing business, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply with your most up-to-date CV in confidence. Suitable candidates will be contacted to discuss the opportunity and next steps.

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Please note: You must already have the right to live and work in the UK. We are unable to assist with sponsorship or work-permit applications.

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CASS is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds