Head of Accounting in Marlow

Straight-Line Group are currently hiring a Head of Accounting to develop the UK accounting and reporting functions, to be based out of the Marlow office.

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This individual must be fluent in both English and Spanish.

This is a high-impact leadership role where you will drive financial control, process improvements, and build strong relationships across the business and with external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead accurate, timely financial reporting—including P&L, balance sheet, cashflow, and CAPEX forecasts—while improving month-end and year-end processes

* Oversee statutory reporting, manage audits, and ensure full compliance with UK accounting standards

* Monitor cashflow and working capital, developing tools to track performance and highlight improvement opportunities

* Champion process automation, strengthen internal controls, and support initiatives such as legal entity simplification and acquisition due diligence

* Provide strategic leadership to the UK Accounting Team, ensuring alignment with broader group objectives

Person Specification:

* Qualified accountant (CA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with 7+ years PQE

* Professional working proficiency in Spanish

* Proven finance leader with experience managing mid-sized teams (12–15+) and driving cultural and process change

* Strong knowledge of SAP, UK GAAP and international accounting standards

* Demonstrated success in team leadership, process optimisation, and stakeholder management

* Detail-oriented, hands-on, commercially aware, with strong communication and problem-solving skills

* Big Four audit background (desirable) and a strong control mindset

Benefits: xiskglj

* Salary = £70,000 + an annual performance bonus

* Contributory pension

* Hybrid working pattern (3 days on site / 2 days working from home)

* Cycle to work scheme

* Flexible benefits platform – discount, cashback, well-being centre, gym and leisure offers

If this sounds of interest, please apply now! Alternatively, if you have any further questions, call us on (phone number removed).

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