Head of Finance

Michael Page; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Finance for a prominent consumer brand based in West London. This role involves developing financial strategies, overseeing budgeting, and leading the finance team. A successful candidate will have professional qualifications in accounting (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) and significant experience in finance management within multi-site retail or hospitality sectors. The position offers a competitive salary of £90,000 to £100,000, plus a generous benefits package, including hybrid working conditions and a discretionary bonus.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Discretionary bonus up to 20%

25 Days annual leave plus bank holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Professional qualifications in accounting such as ACCA, ACA, or CIMA.
• Strong expertise in financial strategy and operations.
• Proven experience in the multi-site retail or hospitality sector.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Leadership capabilities to guide and develop a finance team.
• Thorough understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's goals.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Manage financial reporting and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to support strategic decision-making.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks to safeguard the organisation's assets.

Skills

Financial strategy

Financial reporting

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualifications

Job description

A superb Head of Finance role has arisen in a fascinating multi-site consumer brand based in West London

Client Details

Michael Page Finance are retained by an instantly recognisable consumer brand that have multiple sites across the UK.

Based in the heart of West London, the business is an established brand that has a rich heritage and produces much loved consumer products. The brand has diversified over the last few years, evolving their product offering to infiltrate new markets and verticals.

As part of the growth the business is looking to appoint a Head of Finance.

Description

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's goals.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Manage financial reporting and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Lead and mentor the accounting and finance team to achieve operational excellence.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks to safeguard the organisation's assets.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to support strategic decision-making.
• Optimise cash flow and working capital management for the business.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial performance.

Profile

A successful Finance Director should have:

• Professional qualifications in accounting, such as ACCA, ACA, or CIMA.
• Strong expertise in financial strategy and operations.
• Proven experience in the multi-site hospitality, retail, leisure sector
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Leadership capabilities to guide and develop a finance team.
• Thorough understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Ability to communicate financial insights to non-financial stakeholders.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary in the range of £90,000 to £100,000 per annum.
• Car allowance and up to 20% discretionary bonus
• 25 Days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 3 Days in office hybrid working and comprehensive benefits package
• Permanent role offering stability and long-term growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and professional working environment in London.
• Opportunity to lead and make a significant impact on the accounting and finance function.

If you are an experienced finance professional ready to take on this exciting challenge, we encourage you to apply today