Head of Finance

Michael Page; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A medium-sized organisation seeks a Head of Finance to oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance and delivering strategic insights. You will lead a finance team, manage budgeting, and enhance financial reporting, contributing to the company’s mission of excellence and innovation in its operations.

Benefits

Hybrid working model for enhanced work-life balance

Supportive company culture focused on professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in financial leadership.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and compliance.
• Proven ability to develop and implement financial strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Prepare Group financial statements and board presentations.
• Oversee cash management, budgeting, and financial planning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Financial software

Job description

Oversee all financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, team alignment with Group objectives and regulatory compliance.

Client Details

This role is with a medium-sized organisation who are focused on delivering exceptional experiences to its customers and values innovation and financial excellence in its operations.

Description

• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team fostering collaboration and growth.
• Prepare Group financial statements and board presentations with variance analysis and insights.
• Oversee cash management, FX planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Manage statutory accounts, tax filings, audits, and ensure compliance with global deadlines.
• Conduct balance sheet reviews, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain key external relationships (auditors, advisers, banks, insurers).
• Provide strategic financial insights to support decision-making and growth.
• Partner with operations to deliver financial support and promote collaboration.
• Review investment cases and contracts to assess financial viability.
• Enhance ERP systems and reporting tools for better performance insights.
• Strengthen financial controls and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Lead finance-related aspects of critical business projects.
• Support the Board with ad hoc financial tasks as needed.

Profile

A successful Head of Finance should have:

• Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Experience in financial leadership.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and compliance.
• Proven ability to develop and implement financial strategies.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with financial software and systems.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Hybrid working model for enhanced work-life balance.
• Bonus.
• Supportive company culture focused on professional growth.
• Opportunities to influence financial strategy within the organisation.