About this role
Role Overview
We are looking for a commercially sharp, disciplined, and strategic Head of Finance to lead the financial function of our organisation.
This role is responsible for the full finance agenda: financial planning, reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, compliance, controls, risk management, and decision support. You will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer, Managing Director, and leadership team to strengthen financial discipline, improve business visibility, protect the company from risk, and support long-term growth.
This is a high-accountability leadership role for someone who can build structure, drive rigour, and turn financial data into sound business decisions.
Reporting Line
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Direct reports: Finance Managers, Finance Associates
What You Will Own
1) Financial Strategy, Planning and Business Decision Support
Lead the company’s financial planning process in line with organisational goals.
Develop and implement finance strategies, policies, and procedures that support growth and sustainability.
Provide clear financial insight and recommendations to support executive decision-making.
Analyse market trends, economic conditions, and business performance to guide planning.
Build financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses to support short- and long-term decisions.
Support leadership on resource allocation, profitability, and commercial priorities.
2) Financial Reporting and Performance Management
Oversee the preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
Lead month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely reporting.
Prepare management reports highlighting performance, variances, risks, and trends.
Maintain balance sheet schedules, ledger integrity, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
Translate financial data into clear narratives for management, investors, and key stakeholders.
3) Budgeting, Forecasting and Cost Control
Lead the annual budgeting process across the business.
Consolidate departmental budgets into a company-wide financial plan.
Track performance against budget and drive regular variance analysis.
Partner with department heads to understand cost drivers, resource needs, and efficiency opportunities.
Improve budget discipline and support stronger cost management across the organisation.
4) Cash Flow, Working Capital and Liquidity Management
Manage cash flow to ensure liquidity for ongoing operations and business growth.
Monitor working capital and implement strategies to optimise receivables, payables, and cash conversion.
Review cash flow forecasts regularly and provide early warning on funding or liquidity risks.
Support strong treasury discipline and effective management of the company’s liquidity position.
5) Compliance, Controls and Risk Management
Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory obligations, including timely remittances and filings.
Oversee VAT, PAYE, CIT, pension, and other statutory deductions and returns as required.
Maintain strong internal controls, finance policies, and governance processes.
Identify financial, operational, and regulatory risks and implement practical mitigation measures.
Liaise with auditors, regulators, and relevant external stakeholders as needed.
Ensure finance operations remain aligned with accepted accounting principles and company policy.
6) Investment and Financial Analysis
Evaluate investment opportunities, commercial proposals, and major financial commitments.
Conduct due diligence, financial analysis, and viability assessments for projects and investments.
Support the leadership team with sound recommendations on capital deployment and financial risk.
7) Team Leadership and Cross-Functional Partnership
Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing finance team.
Build a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
Work closely with leaders across departments to improve financial planning and execution.
Present budgets, financial plans, and recommendations to executive leadership when required.
What Good Looks Like
Success in this role will be measured by:
Timely and accurate financial reporting
Strong budget discipline and low variance against plan
Improved gross and net margin performance
Healthy cash flow and stronger working capital management
Sound regulatory and tax compliance
Better quality financial insight for management decisions
Strong control environment and reduced financial risk
Clear evidence of profitability and return on key investments
Who You Are
You are practical, structured, and highly detail-oriented.
You are commercially minded and able to balance control with growth.
You are calm under pressure and able to make sound decisions in complex situations.
You are principled, dependable, and trusted with sensitive financial matters.
You do not tolerate loose reporting, weak controls, or vague numbers.
You bring both strategic thinking and operational follow-through.
You are always looking for smarter, more efficient ways to improve performance.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in financial management, analysis, reporting, and control
Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and management reporting
Strong understanding of financial regulations, statutory remittances, compliance, and internal controls
Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain financial matters clearly to non-finance stakeholders
Strong leadership capability, with experience building and managing finance teams
Proficiency in financial systems, reporting tools, and technology that improve finance operations
Strong working knowledge of accounting principles and regulatory requirements
Core Skills and Competencies
Financial acumen and strategic thinking
Financial reporting and analysis
Budgeting and forecasting
Risk management and internal controls
Leadership and team management
Communication and stakeholder management
Commercial judgement
Process improvement and execution discipline
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