Head of Group Finance
About Eden Horticulture
Eden Horticulture is one of the UK's leading wholesale suppliers to the hydroponics and horticulture industry. Operating from our headquarters in Telford, we are a dynamic, founder-led business serving customers through a multi-channel model that includes wholesale distribution, e-commerce platforms, and digital sales channels.
As we continue to grow and evolve, we are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Head of Finance to lead our finance function and play a key role in supporting the strategic direction of the business.
The Opportunity
This is a senior leadership position offering significant influence across the organisation. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Head of Finance will take ownership of the finance function, ensuring robust financial management, accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and effective business partnering across the organisation.
The successful candidate will combine strong technical accounting expertise with commercial awareness and leadership capability, helping to drive operational efficiency and support sustainable business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership
- Lead, develop, and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and high performance.
- Oversee the day-to-day finance operation, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial controls.
- Act as a trusted adviser to the Managing Director and senior leadership team on financial matters.
Financial Reporting & Control
- Prepare and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts.
- Produce statutory accounts and ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and reporting requirements.
- Manage the month-end and year-end close processes.
- Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Ensure timely completion of VAT returns, payroll-related reporting, and other statutory obligations.
Compliance & Governance
- Maintain a robust financial control environment and identify opportunities to strengthen processes.
- Manage relationships with external auditors, accountants, and regulatory bodies.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant financial, tax, and reporting regulations.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Management
- Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
- Monitor financial performance against budget and provide meaningful analysis and recommendations.
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to support business objectives.
Commercial & Strategic Support
- Provide financial insight and analysis to support business decision-making.
- Identify opportunities to improve profitability, efficiency, and financial performance.
- Support business growth initiatives, investment decisions, and operational improvements.
About You
Essential Qualifications
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
- Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, VAT, PAYE, and financial reporting requirements.
- Proficient in modern accounting systems and financial software.
Experience
- Significant post-qualification experience within a senior finance or financial leadership role.
- Proven track record of producing high-quality management and statutory accounts.
- Experience leading and developing finance teams.
- Strong background within an SME environment, with the ability to operate both strategically and hands-on.
- Experience within wholesale, distribution, retail, e-commerce, or related sectors would be advantageous.
Skills & Attributes
- Commercially astute with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex financial data into clear insights that support effective decision-making.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Proactive, adaptable, and capable of working autonomously.
- Strong organisational and leadership skills.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Senior leadership position with genuine influence on business performance and direction.
- Opportunity to work closely with the Managing Director and wider leadership team.
- Stable and growing business with ambitious plans for the future.
- Supportive, collaborative, and values-driven working environment.
- Free onsite parking.
- Company pension scheme.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Birthday day off.
- Free eye test vouchers.
- Long-term career development opportunities within a growing organisation.
- Office-based role at our Telford headquarters.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced finance professional looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing business, we would welcome your application.
Send your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why this role is the right fit for you to [email protected]
We're looking for the right person, not just the right CV - tell us about what you've built, what you've fixed, and what you're proud of.
Pay: £50,000.00-£70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
