Job Description
Head of Finance (Interim)
Location: Cardiff
Salary: Up to £80,000
Contract: Interim
Vargo is supporting a growing group with the appointment of an experienced, hands-on Head of Finance to join the business on an interim basis.
This is a senior finance role cover reporting into the SMT. The successful candidate will provide financial leadership while overseeing the day-to-day running of the finance function across three entities within the group. The role combines financial reporting, commercial support, controls, cash management and finance project delivery.
This is an office-based position, working from the company’s HQ.
Key responsibilities
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Oversee monthly management accounts and board reporting across three entities.
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Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and statutory compliance.
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Manage cash flow forecasting.
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Maintain strong financial controls, policies and governance frameworks.
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Oversee corporation tax calculations and submissions.
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Lead the day-to-day finance function, including transactional finance, payroll and month-end close.
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Deliver finance projects, systems improvements, process redesign and wider transformation activity.
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Act as the key finance contact for auditors, banks, advisors and external stakeholders.
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Present financial information clearly to senior leadership and board-level stakeholders.
About you
You will be a qualified accountant with previous experience operating at senior finance leadership level. You’ll be comfortable balancing strategic input with hands-on delivery and will have strong technical accounting, reporting, controls and team leadership experience.
This role would suit a Head of Finance, Financial Controller or senior finance leader who can quickly take ownership of a multi-entity finance function and add value during a busy period of cover.
Apply
For more information, please contact Tom Miller at Vargo Group on 07901913560 or email tom.miller@vargogroup.co.uk.
Please note: Our client is unable to offer VISA sponsorship for this position. All applicants must have full right-to-work in the UK in order to be considered.
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Interim Head of Finance in Cardiff employer: Vargo Group
Vargo Group is an exceptional employer in North Wales, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Employees benefit from comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring personal and professional growth while contributing to meaningful projects that support local businesses. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance and community engagement, Vargo Group stands out as a rewarding place to build a career in investment management.
