Bilingual Head of Accounting – UK Finance Leader (Hybrid)

Straight-Line Civils; Marlow; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in Marlow is seeking a Head of Accounting to develop and oversee the UK accounting functions. The role requires a qualified accountant with over 7 years of experience, fluency in English and Spanish, and a strong background in financial leadership. Key responsibilities include financial reporting, compliance management, and team leadership. This position offers a salary of £70,000 plus an annual performance bonus, alongside various benefits including a hybrid working model, contributory pension, and flexible benefits platform.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

Contributory pension

Hybrid working pattern

Cycle to work scheme

Flexible benefits platform

Qualifications

• 7+ years PQE in accounting or finance.
• Experience managing mid-sized teams (12-15+).
• Knowledge of UK GAAP and international accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting processes.
• Manage audits and ensure compliance.
• Monitor cashflow and develop performance tracking tools.
• Champion process automation and internal controls.
• Provide leadership to the UK Accounting Team.

Skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in Spanish

Financial leadership

Process improvement

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Detail-oriented

Education

Qualified accountant (CA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA)

Tools

SAP

Job description

A leading infrastructure company in Marlow is seeking a Head of Accounting to develop and oversee the UK accounting functions. The role requires a qualified accountant with over 7 years of experience, fluency in English and Spanish, and a strong background in financial leadership. Key responsibilities include financial reporting, compliance management, and team leadership. This position offers a salary of £70,000 plus an annual performance bonus, alongside various benefits including a hybrid working model, contributory pension, and flexible benefits platform.