Head of Finance (Property & Maintenance)

Robertson Bell; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Finance for a property and maintenance division in the UK. This senior leadership role involves overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, and team management. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with experience in business partnering and managing complex budgets. The position supports remote working, requiring few office visits. Join a dynamic organization to shape financial strategy and drive continuous improvement.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experienced in business partnering with senior operational colleagues.
• Proven track record in managing complex budgets and forecasts.
• Skilled in leading and developing finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance finance team to deliver accurate financial reporting.
• Drive preparation and presentation of monthly accounts.
• Support strategic decision-making with financial analysis.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Budget management

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Qualified accountant

Job description

Head of Finance (Property & Maintenance)

Are you an experienced finance leader passionate about property or maintenance services? Do you thrive on partnering with senior operational teams to deliver insightful financial management and support strategic decision-making? Are you looking for a role where you can shape financial strategy in a complex and dynamic environment? If yes, read on!

We are working exclusively with a well-established organisation to recruit a Head of Finance (Property & Maintenance). This is a senior leadership role within the Group FP&A team, responsible for overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning for a substantial maintenance division with £150mil+ budget.

The key duties of this Head of Finance (Property & Maintenance) will be:

• Leading the maintenance finance team to deliver accurate, timely, and insightful financial reporting
• Driving the preparation and presentation of monthly management accounts and quarterly reforecasts with comprehensive commentary
• Partnering with senior operational leaders to support strategic decision-making through detailed financial analysis
• Leading integration of acquisitions within the maintenance finance function, ensuring compliance and identifying efficiency gains
• Championing continuous improvement by reviewing and enhancing processes, systems, and best practices within the team and wider finance division
• Managing team development, structure, succession planning, and fostering a collaborative culture
• Supporting group-wide financial planning, cash flow forecasting, and statutory accounts preparation

This position offers a unique opportunity to lead the finance function for one of the organisation’s largest and most complex operational areas. You will work closely with a range of senior stakeholders across the business, influencing key decisions and helping shape the future financial strategy. The organisation offers flexible working arrangements (only a few times per month required in the office) and a supportive environment that values innovation and continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will be:

• A qualified accountant with experience in business partnering with senior operational colleagues and managing complex budgets and forecasts
• Proven in leading and developing teams, with excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
• Commercially minded, pragmatic, and highly organised
• Confident in building relationships across finance and non-finance teams
• Experience in property, maintenance, social housing, or a related sector would be beneficial but not essential

If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance leadership career and make a significant impact within a dynamic organisation, please get in touch to discuss this exciting opportunity.