The Consultancy Group are currently recruiting for a Head of Finance for a start up FMCG brand. Your role will help to lead the delivery of high quality finance services and input strategic leadership. Responsibilities Monthly Accounts: Preparation of monthly management accounts and profitability by activity and projects Production of variance analysis between actuals Identification of main drivers of margin and analysis of actual margin delivered compared to expected margin to identify gains and losses Ongoing development of monthly reporting pack to address key information needed by senior management Providing an "early warning" / "flash" view of monthly performance immediately post month end Analysis and presentation of key performance information to senior management Forecasting: Building annual P&L Forecast model Balance sheet and cash flow forecasts Updated quarterly budget based on actual performance Develop longer term extended forecast for P&L, balance sheet and cash-flow Commercial Decision support and Development: Provide Competitor and Market analysis in a consistent format Monthly and Weekly reporting of commercial performance to the board and investors, highlighting risks and opportunities and emerging trends Group and Operational: Manage the time line and submission of accurate figures in the monthly consolidation process Develop standardised business case criteria for assessment of incremental capex/opex spend Responsible for the controlling and consolidation of manufacturing and logistics entities/business units Lead and coordinate the business planning, forecasting, statutory and management reporting processes to deliver high quality outputs which support sound business management and timely decision-making Create a robust overall control and risk environment, balancing control with empowerment and accountability Create policies, standards and definitions that are documented, appropriate and consistently applied Knowledge, Skills, Experience A proven track record of successfully leading and managing a production environment