Deputy Head of Finance

New Appointments Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a proactive Deputy Head of Finance for a one-year interim role in London. You will oversee payroll, support financial reporting, and manage a small finance team. This position requires solid qualifications in finance and hands-on payroll experience, contributing to important financial operations.

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified in finance.
• Hands-on payroll experience.
• Knowledge in financial software and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly payroll and management accounts.
• Maintain cash flow forecasts and assist with year-end accounts.
• Line-manage Finance Officer and Assistant.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Detail-oriented

Calm under pressure

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Deadline-driven

Education

ACMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent

Payroll qualification

Tools

Cascade

IRIS

Sage Intacct

Excel

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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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• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

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• Employment type

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• Job function

  Finance and Management

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