Head of Finance

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Broxbourne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established yet fast-growing tech business in Broxbourne seeks a dynamic Finance Manager ready to transition into a Head of Finance role. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact during a pivotal growth phase, with revenues projected to increase by 30%. The successful candidate will lead a finance team, oversee financial operations, and partner with leadership to shape strategy. This role promises a collaborative environment with clear progression paths and involvement in strategic growth initiatives, making it ideal for ambitious finance professionals.

Benefits

Clear progression path

Collaborative environment

Involvement in strategic growth initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience as a Finance Manager aiming for a Head of Finance role.
• Strong knowledge of financial operations in a fast-paced SME environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small finance team and oversee core financial operations.
• Deliver financial reporting to support strategic decision-making.

Skills

Finance Management

Financial Reporting

Cashflow Management

Strategic Decision Making

Commercial Acumen

Education

Degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Xero

GoCardless

Job description

Head of Finance - Exciting Tech Business Broxbourne 50,000 - 65,000 On-Site Role

An established yet fast-growing tech business based in Broxbourne is seeking a dynamic and ambitious Finance Manager ready to take the next step into a Head of Finance position. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for someone looking to make a genuine impact and grow into a future Finance Director or CFO role.

With revenues set to grow by 30% in the next 12 months through a blend of organic expansion and strategic M&A activity, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in steering the financial direction of the company during this pivotal growth phase.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a small finance team (2.5 FTE)
• Oversee all core financial operations, including debtors, creditors, and cashflow management
• Deliver insightful financial reporting and analysis to support strategic decision-making
• Partner closely with the leadership team to shape commercial and operational strategy
• Manage financial processes across two entities and three subsidiaries, including UK and Dubai operations
• Work alongside an external CFO who provides one day per month of strategic oversight

The Ideal Candidate:

• Currently operating as a Finance Manager with the ambition to step into a Head of Finance role
• Comfortable in a hands-on, fully site-based environment
• Confident working in a fast-paced SME or scale-up environment
• Strong working knowledge of Xero and GoCardless is a plus
• Commercially astute with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset

What's on Offer:

• 50,000 - 65,000 salary depending on experience
• A collaborative and forward-thinking environment with a clear progression path
• Full involvement in strategic growth initiatives, including potential M&A work
• A business on the rise, with a headcount of 35-40 and strong growth plans

Location: Fully office-based in Broxbourne
Target Start Date: September/October 2025

This is the perfect next step for a finance professional looking to accelerate their career in a high-growth, entrepreneurial business.