Interim Deputy Head of Finance

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; London; Hybrid; GBP 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial job board seeks a proactive Deputy Head of Finance for a one-year interim role. The successful candidate will manage payroll, oversee financial reporting, and lead a small finance team while ensuring compliance with financial controls. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

30 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified (ACMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Hands-on payroll experience in complex environments.
• Knowledge of relevant financial systems and software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly payroll and manage cash flow.
• Draft management accounts and assist with year-end accounts.
• Supervise a small finance team and improve financial systems.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Detail-oriented

Calm under pressure

Education

ACMA

ACA

ACCA

Tools

Cascade

IRIS

Sage Intacct

Excel

Job description

Deputy Head of Finance (Interim - 1 Year)

Hybrid 3 days (with travel to HQ near London - 2 days)
57,000 per annum 30 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Full-time Fixed-term (12 months)

Our client is seeking a proactive Deputy Head of Finance for a one-year interim role. You'll lead payroll, support financial reporting, manage cash flow, and supervise a small finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly payroll and liaise with external providers.
• Draft management accounts (P&L, balance sheet).
• Maintain cash flow forecasts and assist with year-end accounts.
• Line-manage Finance Officer and Assistant.
• Drive improvements in systems and controls.

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified (ACMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Payroll qualification (desirable).

Experience

• Hands-on payroll experience in complex environments.
• Knowledge of Cascade/IRIS and Sage Intacct.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Collaboration with HR and multi-site teams.

Skills

• Strong leadership and communication.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure.
• Confidential, flexible, and deadline-driven.

The Deputy Head of Finance will be immediately available, have full right to work in the UK and the role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

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