Head of Finance

Absolute Recruit; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-established construction company in Greater London is seeking an experienced Head of Finance to lead their finance team. This role involves managing cash flow, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and driving cost efficiencies. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in financial management within the construction sector and possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills. The position offers a competitive remuneration package and flexible working arrangements, including options for part-time work.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Head of Finance.
• Strong understanding of budgeting and forecasting.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder interaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the finance team for daily activities.
• Monitor and manage company cash flow and liquidity.
• Prepare monthly management accounts with analysis.
• Approve purchase orders and manage supplier relationships.
• Oversee project costing and billing processes.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Manage credit control and cash collection efficiently.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives and control overhead.
• Ensure payroll is processed accurately and timely.

Skills

Financial Controller experience

Construction sector experience

Financial management

Cost-saving initiatives

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Absolute is working with a well‑established construction company that is seeking an experienced and detail‑oriented Head of Finance to lead the team.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in managing the company’s cash flow, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and maintaining efficient finance processes. This position will suit someone with a hands‑on approach to managing finances in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and manage the finance team, ensuring the smooth execution of daily finance activities, accurate financial processing, and a collaborative working environment.
• Cash Flow and Liquidity Management: Monitor and manage company cash flow to maintain sufficient liquidity. Prepare detailed cash flow forecasts and implement strategies to improve cash management and working capital efficiency.
• Financial Reporting: Preparing monthly management accounts and provide insightful financial analysis and commentary.
• Purchasing and Supplier Management: Approve purchase orders and supplier invoices, managing supplier relationships and identifying opportunities for cost savings and better commercial terms.
• Project Costing and Billing: Oversee the project costing process, ensuring that billing, valuations, and forecasts are accurate and aligned with project budgets and timelines.
• Process Improvement & Internal Controls: Identify areas for process improvement and efficiency within finance operations. Establish and maintain strong internal controls and best practices to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Financial Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and tax laws.
• Credit Control and Cash Collection: Oversee credit control activities, ensuring effective management of customer accounts and timely collection of receivables to improve cash flow.
• Cost Control and Overhead Management: Identify cost‑saving initiatives and manage the company’s overhead reduction strategies to increase profitability and operational efficiency.
• Payroll and Employee Management: Oversee the payroll process, ensuring all employees are paid accurately and on time, and ensure compliance with applicable payroll regulations.

Key Skills/Experience

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller / Head of Finance
• Experience in the construction sector
• Strong understanding of financial management, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Proven track record of driving cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Strong leadership skills and experience mentoring/upskilling teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Flexible working arrangements (Hybrid working & could be part‑time)
• A key role in a growing and dynamic company.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.