Deputy Head of Finance

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a proactive Deputy Head of Finance for an interim role based in London. This position involves overseeing payroll, managing a small finance team, and enhancing financial reporting systems. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and hands-on payroll experience. The role is a full-time position with a hybrid work model, demanding leadership and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Hands-on payroll experience in complex environments.
• Knowledge of specific financial software and tools required.
• Experience in collaborating with HR and multi-site teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly payroll and manage finance team.
• Draft management accounts and maintain cash flow forecasts.
• Drive improvements in systems and controls.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Detail-oriented

Confidential

Education

Qualified or part-qualified (ACMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent)

Payroll qualification (desirable)

Tools

Cascade/IRIS

Sage Intacct

Excel

Job description

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Client:

New Appointments Group

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Deputy Head of Finance (Interim – 1 Year)

Hybrid 3 days (with travel to HQ near London – 2 days) Monday to Friday 37.5 hours

Full-time | Fixed-term (12 months)

Our client is seeking a proactive Deputy Head of Finance for a one-year interim role. You’ll lead payroll, support financial reporting, manage cash flow, and supervise a small finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly payroll and liaise with external providers.
• Draft management accounts (P&L, balance sheet).
• Maintain cash flow forecasts and assist with year-end accounts.
• Line-manage Finance Officer and Assistant.
• Drive improvements in systems and controls.

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified (ACMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Payroll qualification (desirable).

Experience

• Hands-on payroll experience in complex environments.
• Knowledge of Cascade/IRIS and Sage Intacct.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Collaboration with HR and multi-site teams.

Skills

• Strong leadership and communication.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure.
• Confidential, flexible, and deadline-driven.

The Deputy Head of Finance will be immediately available, have full right to work in the UK and the role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

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