Head of Finance - Creative Agency (Part Time 3 Days)

Handle Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A creative marketing consultancy in London is seeking a qualified Head of Finance to oversee financial operations and drive strategy. This role includes managing budgeting processes, financial reporting, and leading a finance team. The ideal candidate is ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified, with a minimum of 5 years’ finance experience and strong analytical skills. The company is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a finance role.
• At least 2 years in a managerial position.
• Experience with ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the company's budgeting process.
• Prepare accurate cash flow forecasts.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

Skills

Financial planning and analysis

Project costing

Financial reporting

Leadership

Analytical skills

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Accountant - ACA, ACCA, CIMA

Tools

Xero financial software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

An international creative marketing consultancy, dedicated to delivering exceptional results for our clients, is looking for a qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Head of Finance to add commercial input and help drive strategy.

We are looking for a proactive, commercial Head of Finance to manage and oversee the financial operations of the business. You will lead a small finance team and work closely with the management team to ensure the financial health and stability of the company.

Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Develop and manage the company's budgeting process, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

• Prepare accurate and timely cash flow forecasts to ensure adequate liquidity.

• Analyse financial performance against key metrics and provide actionable insights to the management team.

Project Costing & Work in Progress:

• Working closely with the delivery team, accurately cost projects, ensuring all financial aspects are considered, and margins are optimized.

• Monitor and manage work in progress, ensuring that all projects are accounted for and invoiced promptly.

• Implement and maintain robust financial controls over project costing and WIP.

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to the management team, providing clear explanations of financial performance and variances.

• Oversee the preparation of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and systems, driving efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.

• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant - ACA, ACCA, CIMA

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a finance role, with at least 2 years in a managerial position.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Xero financial software, Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP systems is a plus.

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team.

• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.

• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a strong emphasis on collaboration and hands-on involvement.

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.