Head of Finance

Matchtech; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected organisation in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Head of Finance to manage a dynamic finance team and oversee all core accounting operations. This role requires strong leadership skills and a solid background in finance. Ideal candidates should have proven experience in senior finance roles and be ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualified. This position offers professional development opportunities and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior finance role.
• Strong team leadership and communication skills.
• Solid technical accounting knowledge and compliance experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a small finance team.
• Oversee daily accounting activities including invoicing and reconciliations.
• Produce monthly management accounts, payroll costings, and performance reports.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
• Manage the full audit process and liaise with external auditors.
• Prepare VAT and CIS returns ensuring compliance.
• Act as system super-user (Xpedion).
• Provide financial insights for decision-making.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Proficiency with finance systems

Education

ACCA / CIMA / ACA qualified

Tools

Xpedion

Job description

Head of Finance

Our client is seeking an experienced Head of Finance to lead a team and oversee all core accounting operations. This role suits a hands‑on finance professional with strong leadership skills and a background in highways, construction, or civil engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a small finance team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all tasks.
• Oversee daily accounting activities including invoicing, reconciliations, cash flow management, and fixed assets.
• Produce monthly management accounts, payroll costings, and performance reports.
• Lead month‑end and year‑end close, including journals, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage the full audit process and liaise with external auditors.
• Prepare VAT and CIS returns and ensure compliance with all statutory requirements.
• Act as system super‑user (Xpedion), driving process improvements and automation.
• Provide financial insight to support commercial and operational decision‑making.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior finance role.
• Strong team leadership and communication skills.
• Solid technical accounting knowledge and compliance experience.
• Proficiency with finance systems (Xpedion desirable).
• ACCA / CIMA / ACA qualified.

Benefits

• Lead a dynamic finance function within a respected organisation.
• Broad exposure across financial operations.
• Professional development opportunities and a supportive team environment.
• Competitive benefits package.

If you're an experienced finance leader looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!

If you are an experienced finance professional looking for a leadership role in the highways sector, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's dedicated team.