Deputy Head of Finance – 6 Month FTC

Davies Resourcing; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in London is seeking a Deputy Head of Finance to lead teams across Financial Planning & Analysis, financial control, and transactional finance. This hands-on role will involve overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and driving transformation initiatives. Candidates should be qualified accountants with over 7 years' experience in leading finance functions, excellent communication skills, and strong commercial acumen. Competitive salary and opportunities for business growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with 7+ years of experience post-qualification.
• Proven track record in leading finance functions in professional services.
• High analytical capability and strong commercial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop finance teams across FP&A, financial control, and transactional finance.
• Design and innovate financial analytics, KPIs, and forecasting processes.
• Oversee financial control and reporting across EMEA.
• Drive operational efficiencies and finance transformation initiatives.
• Partner with senior leadership to provide financial insights and analysis.
• Own annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Support audit and annual accounts production.

Skills

Team development

Financial analysis

Communication

Analytical capability

Education

Qualified Accountant (7+ years post-qualified)

Job description

About the Role

As Deputy Head of Finance, you’ll report directly to the Head of Finance and lead a high‑performing team across FP&A, financial control, and transactional finance. You’ll drive transformation, oversee budgeting and forecasting, and deliver insightful commercial analysis to senior stakeholders. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll influence decision‑making and support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop finance teams across FP&A, financial control, and transactional finance
• Design and innovate financial analytics, KPIs, and forecasting processes
• Oversee financial control and reporting across EMEA
• Drive operational efficiencies and finance transformation initiatives
• Partner with senior leadership to provide deep financial insights and commercial analysis
• Own annual budgeting and forecasting processes
• Support audit and annual accounts production

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Accountant (7+ years post‑qualified)
• Proven track record leading finance functions in professional services
• Excellent communication skills with ability to simplify complex financial data
• High analytical capability and commercial acumen
• Leadership experience with a focus on team development