At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead finance operations, deliver insights, and support strategic growth.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at Robert Walters, a leader in finance recruitment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive culture that values innovation and growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on business performance and mentor a high-performing finance team.
- Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with senior finance leadership experience.
The predicted salary is between 85000 - 85000 £ per year.
~~Robert Walters - Head of Finance - Permanent - Hybrid - Solihull - £75,000 - £85,000 per annum~~
Our client is seeking an experienced
Head of Finance to lead their finance function and support the senior leadership team in driving business performance.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to oversee financial operations, strengthen financial controls, deliver strategic insight, and play a pivotal role in supporting continued growth and success.
Key responsibilities of the Head of Finance
- Lead the finance function, ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare and present monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets, and KPI reporting to senior stakeholders.
- Partner with operational and commercial teams to provide financial insight and support strategic decision-making.
- Oversee cashflow management, working capital, and treasury activities.
- Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems, controls, and reporting.
- Manage the annual audit process and maintain relationships with external auditors, banks, and advisors.
- Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards, tax regulations, and governance requirements.
- Lead, develop, and mentor the finance team, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Support business growth initiatives, investment projects, and strategic planning activities.
- Provide detailed analysis on financial performance, profitability, and business opportunities.
- Act as a trusted advisor to the leadership team, contributing to the overall business strategy.
Key essentials of the Head of Finance
- ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified.
- Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role.
- Strong technical accounting and financial control expertise.
- Commercially minded with the ability to influence and challenge stakeholders.
- Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of developing finance teams.
At the Robert Walters Group, we endeavour to contact all candidates to register their details.
However, due to the high number of applications we receive, if we have not reached out to you within 72 hours, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Head of Finance in Solihull employer: Robert Walters Careers
Join a leading organisation in Walsall that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture. As a Group Financial Controller, you will benefit from competitive salary packages, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a significant impact on the company's financial strategy. With a commitment to compliance and efficiency, this role offers a rewarding environment where your expertise will be recognised and appreciated.
