Head of Finance - 24 months Fixed Term Contract

Head of Finance - 24 months Fixed Term Contract

Full-Time 60000 - 75000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Huntress - Bracknell

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the finance team and manage financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow.
  • Company: A unique heritage organisation undergoing exciting transformation.
  • Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Join a dynamic environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Why this job: Be a key player in a transformative journey while leading a dedicated finance team.
  • Qualifications: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified with proven finance leadership experience.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 Β£ per year.

Head of Finance - Hybrid (Minimum 3 days office-based) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Finance to join a unique and well-established heritage organisation during a pivotal period of transformation.

Reporting to the Finance Director and working closely with the Executive Team, you ll lead the day-to-day finance function, managing a small team while ensuring robust financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial controls.

You ll also play a key role in an exciting strategic programme to support the organisation s transformation.

Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring an efficient and effective finance function.

Produce accurate monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts.

Manage cash flow, financial reporting, statutory compliance, VAT and payroll.

Oversee the annual audit and maintain strong financial controls.

Partner with budget holders and senior leadership to provide commercial financial insight.

Support a major organisational transformation, including new accounting processes, Gift Aid implementation and the creation of a trading subsidiary.

Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, processes and reporting.

About You ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent senior finance experience).

Proven experience leading a finance function and managing a team.

Strong technical accounting, report...

Head of Finance - 24 months Fixed Term Contract employer: Huntress - Bracknell

Huntress is an exceptional employer, offering a flexible remote working environment with the opportunity to connect in person at our Sheffield office just once a month. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development, providing a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, making it an ideal place for Treasury Analysts looking to advance their careers while contributing to a dynamic legal firm.

Huntress - Bracknell

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We think you need these skills to ace Head of Finance - 24 months Fixed Term Contract

Financial Reporting
Budgeting
Forecasting
Cash Flow Management
Financial Controls
Team Leadership
Statutory Compliance