Head of Finance - FTC

Xenial Consulting LTD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consultancy in Greater London is seeking a hands-on Head of Finance for maternity cover lasting 12-15 months. This role oversees an autonomous team of 8 within the UK and smaller overseas units. You'll manage cash flow, compliance, audits, and support leadership with financial forecasts. The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA qualified, proactive, and experienced in a multi-currency global environment. Join a supportive organization that values its staff and promotes collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-5 years PQE in finance within a global environment.
• Experience in tech or professional services is preferred.
• Proactive approach with a strong understanding of finance processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage global cashflow across 7 banks.
• Oversee UK & subsidiary compliance including VAT and tax.
• Prepare intercompany invoicing for subsidiaries and joint ventures.
• Lead annual audit coordination and management reporting.

Skills

Data analysis

Multi-currency management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Qualified ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Job description

We are pleased to be exclusively partnering with a global consultancy operating in the tech space who are looking for a hands‑on Head of Finance for a maternity cover contract for 12-15 months duration.

Overseeing an autonomous team of 8 in the UK plus two smaller overseas subsidiaries, you will work very closely with the COO, CCO and the wider leadership team and whilst this is not a strategic role, you will be responsible for providing direction and leadership to the team to ensure alignment with business objectives.

Key responsibilities will be as follows:

• Managing global cashflow across 7 different banks
• Monitoring invoicing and unbilled with revenue managers
• Manage UK & subsidiary deadlines including VAT, tax instalments & other compliance requirements
• Coordinate the annual audit
• Prepare intercompany invoicing for all subsidiary entities & joint ventures
• Coordinate information for PAYE & R&D tax requirements
• Ensure regular management reporting and accuracy.
• Be the primary contact for business unit and client teams and all external accountants for any accounting and tax queries
• Review and presentation of monthly management accounts & dashboard analysis
• Prepare & present cashflow analysis
• Prepare the base rates for internal rate card and monitor quarterly progress
• Work closely with COO to prepare quarterly forecast
• Prepare profit share calculations & forecasts when required

You will ideally be Qualified (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) at least 4-5 years PQE, with exceptional data analysis skills gained in a multi‑currency, global environment preferably within tech or professional services. You will also be proactive with a genuine interest in connecting people and the ability to quickly grasp complete overview and knowledge of all company finance processes.

This is a great opportunity to join an exceptional business who truly value their staff and are genuinely collaborative and supportive.

This role is to start in the New year so should this be of interest, please submit your CV asap for consideration.