Axon Moore are partnering with a successful SME in the Wakefield area who are on a growth journey. The business requires a Group Finance Director to support the Managing Director and play a key role in leading the business and take full ownership of the finance function.The business is externally invested, comprises a small number of legal entities that require management from both a Group level as well as day to day, subsidiary level, balancing the interests of both.They have a long established brand within their core markets, and the Group is evolving at pace so a change orientated Group Finance Director will be required.Key responsibilities of the Group Finance Director role will include: Lead the finance function which offers financial support from multiple sitesManage all accounting and statutory deadlines, including year-end audit and monthly accounting timetablesAnalyse existing business structure and the role of the Group function to ensure the businesses are appropriately supported and finances are managed accordinglyCarry out ongoing systems review of ERP system and financial processes, suggesting improvements where necessaryManage longer term financial planning initiatives, ensuring budgets and forecasts are managed appropriately and modelled for future growth and successManage a wide range of external and investment stakeholders The ideal candidate for this role should have the following skills and experience: Qualified financial leader with significant post-quali