Head of Finance

As Head of Finance, you will lead the financial strategy and day-to-day operations of the business, overseeing a capable team and providing sound counsel to the Executive Leadership Team. You'll play a key role in translating data into actionable insight, empowering departments with the financial clarity they need to thrive.

The Role

• Leading and mentoring a high-performing finance team
• Preparing monthly management accounts with insightful analysis and commentary
• Partnering with the Executive Leadership Team to shape long-term financial strategy
• Overseeing financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting across the business
• Maintaining robust internal controls and ensuring legal compliance in all financial operations
• Driving improvements in systems, reporting, and efficiency
• Presenting complex financial data clearly to non-finance audiences
• Acting as the primary point of contact for external finance advisors and stakeholders

The Person

You are a proactive, hands-on finance leader who can balance big-picture thinking with precision and rigour. You thrive in a collaborative, creative environment and take pride in building financial strategies that empower people and shape lasting growth.

Experience and Skills

• A higher-level accounting qualification (preferably CIMA or ACCA)
• Extensive experience in a senior finance position, preferably from a marketing agency background
• Advanced Excel skills and strong mathematical acumen
• Experience with modern accounting platforms (ideally Xero)
• Exceptional attention to detail, communication, and analytical thinking
• Able to confidently present financial insights to senior stakeholders
• Comfortable juggling strategic oversight with operational delivery
• Desirable: Commercial and/or residential property background
• Desirable: Knowledge of or experience in the luxury hospitality or travel industry

The Specifics

• This role is approximately 24 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9am to 5pm
• You will have 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays, and your birthday off
• Access to private medical cover
• Starting salary is competitive and dependent on experience
• Hybrid working - Cornwall office
• Access to private medical cover
• Starting salary is competitive and dependent on experience
• Hybrid working - Cornwall office and remote working a possibility

Recruitment will remain open until the right person is found. To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to , sharing what makes you the perfect fit for this unique opportunity.

on successful completion of your probation period.