Head of Finance - #2165600

Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll lead a small, close-knit finance team and take ownership of financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, cash management and compliance. You'll be a trusted partner to the leadership team, translating financial data into meaningful insight to support strategic and operational decision-making.

Client Details

Our client is an innovative, purpose-led technology business committed to making a positive social impact. With a strong market presence and ambitious growth plans, the organisation is entering an exciting phase of development.

Description

• Lead the Finance function, managing and developing a small team while ensuring robust, scalable financial processes and controls.
• Oversee month-end reporting, management accounts, KPI analysis and financial performance reporting for the CEO and Board.
• Own the business forecasting model, annual budgeting and reforecasting processes, providing insight to support strategic decision-making.
• Manage cash flow, working capital and treasury, including reporting to shareholders, banks and lenders.
• Ensure financial compliance, statutory reporting, audit requirements and regulatory obligations are met.
• Act as a trusted business partner to the CEO and wider leadership team, providing commercial insight to inform business performance and growth.
• Manage key external relationships and drive continuous improvement across financial systems, processes and the use of AI to enhance efficiency.

Profile

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification, with strong post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience leading a finance function within a small or medium-sized business.
• Strong financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and cash management capabilities.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and planning skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Confidence communicating financial information to senior stakeholders, including the CEO and Board.
• A track record of using AI tools to improve day-to-day productivity and business processes.

Job Offer

• Salary of £70,000 to £80,000.
• Hybrid working.
• A senior leadership role with direct access to the CEO and Board.
• Professional development and clear career progression.

If you're interested in this role, please apply now.

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