We are currently recruiting for a Finance Director based in Bedford for one of our clients on a permanent basis. Summary of the Finance Director role Salary: £72,500 - £78,000Location: BedfordType of Contract: PermanentHours: Full-timeResponsibilities of the Finance Director Operational line management of the finance function.Prepare and submit audited statutory consolidated accounts.Provide professional leadership and management of financial services across sites.Financial reporting and monitoring, including payroll, staff pensions and supply costs.Budget preparation.Management accounts and financial statements.Preparation of year-end.Review cash flow.Internal and external audit services. Research and bid for additional funding.Oversee VAT compliance.Contribute to the development and review of a 3-year strategic business plan. Requirements for a successful Finance Director CIMA or other relevant CCAB qualified.Previous progressive financial leadership experience.Budget management and forecasting experience. Experience leading a successful finance team.Excellent working knowledge of public finances, procedures, practice and regulations.Strong Excel skills. Complex budget and financial planning modelling.Commercially astute. Allstaff Recruitment are an Independent Recruitment Specialist based in Bedfordshire who work on behalf of companies across Bedford, Milton Keynes and surrounds to fill their vacancies and meet their recruitment needs. We place candidates in permanent, tem