Interim Head of Finance | Retail | Brighton

Harmonic Group Ltd; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A fast-growing retail brand in Brighton is seeking an Interim Head of Finance to oversee all aspects of their finance function. The position involves working closely with the CFO and managing junior staff. Applicants should be qualified accountants with excellent communication skills and strong financial process improvement experience. This role offers a day rate of £450-£525 for a minimum of 6 months, with immediate start and a hybrid work model (3 days in office, 2 days WFH).

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Finance manager, Financial Controller, Head of Finance, or Finance Director.
• Immediately available for the role.

Responsibilities

• Manage strong internal financial controls.
• Prepare Monthly Management Accounts and complete month-end close.
• Point of contact for auditors regarding reporting and queries.
• Monitor cashflow and carry out balance sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Excellent communication skills

Excellent time management skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently and in a team

Improvement of financial processes

Job description

Job Description

Interim Head of Finance | Retail | Brighton

The Client

Harmonic are delighted to be working with a fast-growing retail brand to find them a Financial Controller on a 6-month day-rate contract, with the possibility of being transferred to permanent employment thereafter.

Our client has experienced significant growth over the past several years and requires some extra expertise within their finance function. Operating both in stores and online, their unique products have been very well received, and they are garnering a large and loyal customer base.

The role

This position will work directly with the CFO, as well as the oversight of several more junior colleagues in the finance team. The role will be broad, overseeing all aspects of finance and will require a candidate with excellent time management skills. Remaining hands on with the day-to-day finances is essential, however it is also vital that the successful candidate is able to take a step back and take an overall view of financial strategy.

The ideal candidate would have proven experience as a Senior Finance manager, Financial Controller, Head of Finance, or Finance Director, and be immediately available.

Responsibilities

• Manage strong internal financial controls.
• Monthly Management Accounts and month end close.
• End-to-end internal and external reporting.
• Point of contact for auditors.
• Stock reporting.
• VAT tax returns and working with tax consultants.
• Monitor cashflow.
• Balance sheet reconciliations.
• Review financial performance of the business.

Essential Skills

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Ability to work well independently when required, as well as part of a larger team.
• A willingness to roll up sleeves and get hands on with finance.
• Proven ability to improve financial processes.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge and understanding of accounting principles.

Bonus Experience

• Experience in a Retail and / or e-commerce. D2C experience would be preferred.
• Experience using a variety of finance systems.

Location: Brighton (3 days per week in office : 2 days WFH)

Day Rate: £450-£525 per day

Start Date: Immediate.

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At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.