Head of Finance

Posted 8 days 17 hours ago by Robert Walters UK

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Hertfordshire, St. Albans, United Kingdom, AL1 1
Job Description

Head of Finance

Salary: £65,000 - £85,000 + bonus

Location: St Albans

My client is seeking to expand their management team with a newly created high-impact role of Head of Finance. This role offers an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to grow and develop with the company, potentially advancing towards a CFO role and participate in board-level discussions.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic Head of Finance to lead a team in a high growth organisation. This role offers the chance to spearhead the finance department in an international tech business - overseeing reporting, provision of management information, business partnering with sales & operations and overseeing transactional finance. With a hands-on leadership approach, you'll mentor your team and work closely with the CFO to drive continual improvements to processes.

What you'll do:
  • Oversee the timely and accurate provision of monthly management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, variance, profitability and pricing analysis.
  • Lead, coach and develop the finance team.
  • Assist in the creation of sales forecasts, budgets, and targets.
  • Work cross-functionally with marketing, sales and operations teams.
  • Evaluate financial impact of strategic initiatives and promotional campaigns.
  • Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting by embedding suitable financial controls.
What you bring:

As an experienced Head of Finance, you bring a wealth of knowledge from your previous roles. Your qualifications in accountancy coupled with your experience in a senior finance role make you an ideal candidate for this position. Your exposure to international group companies gives you an edge over others. Your excellent communication skills enable you to effectively present findings to various audiences. Your high level of accuracy and attention to detail ensures that all work is completed to the highest standard.

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a growing, international business with strong backing & an innovative approach to success. With a strong leadership team and impressive CFO who will nurture your development in a well-rounded number 2 role - this is the ideal position for a future CFO / number 1 in finance to cut their teeth round the board table.

What's next:

Ready to take the next step in your finance career? Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!

Apply today by clicking on the link. We look forward to hearing from you!

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: CFO/Finance Director/Financial Controller

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Senior Management

Job Reference: /001

Date posted: 12 March 2025

Consultant: Kay Edle