Head Of Group Finance in London

Location: Home-based, UK
Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer
The Opportunity
We are working with a growing UK-based technology and software group to appoint a Head of Group Finance as they continue their substantial growth phase.
Reporting directly to the CFO, this is an important role within a small, experienced Group Finance function. It would suit a qualified accountant who is looking to broaden their remit and take greater ownership across Group reporting, financial control, forecasting, technical accounting and finance improvement.
The business operates through a number of established divisions, each with its own finance capability, alongside a central Group Finance team and external advisers. The successful candidate will therefore not be expected to personally deliver every aspect of the finance function. Instead, the role is about bringing together the right people, providing clear Group-level ownership and judgement, and improving consistency, visibility and efficiency across the wider organisation.
There is also a genuine opportunity to help shape the next stage of the finance function. The business is looking to make better use of systems, automation and emerging technology to reduce manual processes and give finance teams more time to focus on analysis, review, challenge and decision support.
The first few months will involve getting to know the different businesses, understanding how the current finance processes and systems operate, and building relationships with divisional finance leaders and key stakeholders. From there, the successful candidate will work with the CFO to establish a practical roadmap for improving the Group Finance function over the following 12 months.
This is a hands-on role with genuine scope to grow. We are particularly interested in people who combine strong technical finance fundamentals with commercial curiosity, sound judgement and an interest in how technology can improve the way finance operates.
Key Responsibilities
Group Reporting & Financial Control
Take ownership of the Group's monthly consolidation and management reporting process.
Lead the Group's half-year and year-end reporting processes, coordinating information and deliverables across the business and with external advisers.
Improve the quality, consistency and ti...