At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial operations and manage a global finance team across multiple jurisdictions.
- Company: Dynamic company based in London with a focus on growth and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, permanent contract, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Join a fast-paced international environment with excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact in a rapidly growing business while leading a talented finance team.
- Qualifications: Qualified Chartered Accountant with 10+ years in senior finance roles.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
We are looking for a Head of Finance to lead and coordinate financial operations across multiple jurisdictions.
Location: London, UK. Salary: Competitive. Contract: Permanent. Hours: Full-time.
What You Will Do
- Manage the group’s statutory accounting and financial reporting requirements across our global entities including India, South Africa, UK, and US.
- Combine technical accounting expertise with cross‑border regulatory knowledge and strong people skills.
- Manage financial and tax deadlines, understand new jurisdictions and processes, and motivate and lead a global team.
- Lead preparation of statutory financial statements for group entities in line with local GAAP, IFRS and relevant regulatory frameworks.
- Ensure timely and accurate filing of financials and taxation as applicable.
- Oversee monthly group consolidation and intercompany reconciliation.
- Manage external auditors across all jurisdictions and act as key liaison with auditors.
- Implement and maintain robust internal controls and financial reporting processes.
- Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A) activities across all jurisdictions, ensuring timely and accurate budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
- Develop and implement new reporting templates and dashboards to improve business insights.
- Present financial results and strategic insights to senior leadership.
- Oversee working capital management, including cash flow forecasting to ensure liquidity and optimise FX management, including hedging.
- Oversee VAT/GST/Sales Tax filings and other statutory obligations across all jurisdictions.
- Stay updated on regulatory changes and ensure the team is aware of any changes.
- Oversee timely payroll processing across all relevant regions.
- Lead and mentor a growing finance team across various entities.
What We Expect
- Qualified Chartered Accountant, ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent.
- 10+ years in a senior finance role with at least 3 of them in a group finance capacity.
- Deep knowledge of statutory requirements in the UK and at least another of QCIC’s jurisdictions.
- Proven experience managing consolidations, audit process and multi‑country compliance.
- Experience with Microsoft and Business Central is desirable.
- Proven ability to operate independently and lead in a fast paced international environment.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial issues clearly.
- Exposure to global tax compliance, intercompany agreements and transfer pricing is preferable.
- Experience managing a finance team.
Head of Finance employer: QCIC
As a leading employer in the finance sector, we offer an exceptional work environment in London that fosters professional growth and collaboration. Our culture prioritises innovation and inclusivity, providing employees with opportunities to lead cross-border financial operations while developing their skills in a dynamic, global setting. With competitive salaries and a commitment to employee development, we ensure that our team is well-equipped to thrive in their careers and make a meaningful impact.
