Head of Finance Operations

Barnett Waddingham; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in London is seeking a Head of Finance Operations for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role involves overseeing financial operations, leading a team, and driving process improvements. Ideal candidates will have ACA/CIMA or equivalent, a strong track record in finance leadership, and excellent Excel skills. The firm offers a generous pension scheme and a variety of benefits.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Private medical cover

Sports Allowance - we pay up to 50% of your gym/sports membership (up to £50 pm)

Qualifications

• Proven track record in finance operations leadership, preferably in professional or financial services.
• Ability to lead and develop teams in a fast-paced environment.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable and cashflow management.
• Manage and mentor a high-performing finance operations team.
• Lead process automation initiatives and optimize finance systems for efficiency.

Skills

Financial control leadership

Team development

Financial systems implementation

Accounting principles knowledge

Excellent Excel skills

Education

ACA or CIMA or equivalent finance qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description

We have an exciting, 6 month fixed-term opportunity for a Head of Finance Operations to join our London office (EC2Y 5AU).

The Head of Finance Operations will be responsible for leading the Finance Operations team; optimising our financial processes, ensuring operational efficiency, and driving continuous improvement. This role is a leadership role which requires a strategic thinker with a background in financial operations, accounting and, ideally, systems implementation.

Snapshot of your day:

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial accounting and cashflow management
• Manage and mentor a high-performing finance operations team
• Oversee cash flow forecasting and working capital management, and regulatory reporting and ensure compliance with regulatory and financial reporting standards
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to support strategic financial decision-making and liaise with the auditors and Howden Group reporting
• Lead process automation initiatives and optimise finance systems for efficiency and drive continuous improvement and best practices in financial operations.
• Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures
• Conduct risk assessments and implement internal controls.

We would love to hear from you if you have:

• ACA, or CIMA, or equivalent finance qualification
• Proven track record in financial control/ finance operations leadership, preferably in professional services or Financial services
• Experience in financial systems implementation and automation
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, regulatory requirements, and internal controls
• Ability to lead and develop teams in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of ERP systems is essential
• Excellent Excel skills

What's in it for you:

• Generous pension scheme
• Core benefits for you including private medical cover, life assurance, group income protection, and up to 30 days holiday per year (pro rata for fixed term) with holiday trading
• A comprehensive range of voluntary benefits to suit you (and your family) including a tech scheme, cycle to work scheme, dental cover, healthcare cash plan, health assessments, critical illness cover, Sports Allowance - we pay up to 50% of your gym/sports membership (up to £50 pm), travel insurance, paid volunteering, and a broad range of retailer discounts
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Happy to talk flexible working

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