Your mission
As the Finance Director, you will play a critical role in driving financial planning, reporting, and strategic insights to support Johnson Hana’s growth. You will leverage your financial expertise to deliver actionable recommendations, enhance decision-making, and partner closely with the CEO and CFO to support Investor Relations and fundraising efforts.
This role requires a results-oriented individual with a strong foundation in FP&A, management accounting, and corporate finance. You will act as a trusted partner to senior leadership, ensuring financial clarity and alignment with business objectives.Key Responsibilities:
- Preparation of Management Accounts:
- Take ownership of preparing monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial reporting for senior management.
- Provide detailed analysis and commentary on financial performance, including revenue, costs, and profitability, comparing actual results against budget and prior periods.
- Ensure the timely and accurate production of financial statements, including profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.
- Board Pack Preparation & Reporting:
- Contribute to the preparation of board packs by providing clear and concise financial reports, including key metrics, performance analysis, and strategic insights.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to gather relevant information for board meetings and ensure the financial narrative aligns with company performance and strategic initiatives.
- Present financial data in a format that is easily digestible for non-financial stakeholders, ensuring key messages are communicated effectively.
- Financial Planning & Forecasting:
- Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, working with key stakeholders to ensure that financial plans are aligned with business objectives and performance expectations.
- Maintain and update financial models to project revenue, expenses, cash flow, and capital requirements on an ongoing basis.
- Provide actionable insights and financial recommendations to senior management based on forecast updates.
- Financial Analysis & Decision Support:
- Perform detailed variance analysis between actual financial results and forecasts/budgets, providing explanations and identifying key drivers of financial performance with a particular focus on revenue reporting.
- Provide ad-hoc financial analysis to support strategic decision-making, including cost-benefit analysis, profitability assessments, and pricing strategies.
- Act as a business partner to key departments (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Delivery), providing financial insights to support operational decisions and growth initiatives.
- Cash Flow & Expense Management:
- Monitor cash flow performance and support forecasting efforts to ensure liquidity and working capital requirements are met.
- Assist in tracking and managing operating expenses, providing insights into cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements.
- Investor Relations:
- Collaborate with the CEO and CFO to prepare investment analysis, financial projections, and market intelligence to support discussions with current and potential investors.
- Assist in the creation of investor presentations, including financial performance, growth strategies, and market opportunities, ensuring all content aligns with company strategy.
- Conduct market research to identify industry trends, competitive landscapes, and investment opportunities, positioning the company effectively for fundraising or public markets.
- Provide insights and support in the development of materials for investor meetings, earnings calls, and shareholder communications.
- Process Improvement & Automation:
- Identify and implement process improvements to streamline financial reporting, reduce manual tasks, and enhance data accuracy.
- Collaborate with IT and other departments to automate routine financial reporting and improve financial systems integration.
- Leadership & Team Collaboration:
- Work closely with senior management and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of financial goals and business strategies.