Head of Finance (4128) in Oxford

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Head of Finance to join a dynamic Group Finance team based in Abingdon. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, this is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing all finance operations activities, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, VAT, cashflow management and financial controls. This position offers the opportunity to lead a high-performing finance operations team, drive process improvements, support strategic business initiatives and ensure the integrity, accuracy and efficiency of financial processes across a diverse and growing organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop the finance operations team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee Accounts Payable, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments and liability reporting.
• Manage Accounts Receivable activities, ensuring effective billing, collections and cash generation.
• Develop and enhance cashflow forecasting and reporting processes.
• Manage banking relationships and optimise treasury operations.
• Maintain robust financial controls across AP, AR, Treasury, General Ledger and VAT processes.
• Oversee intercompany accounting policies and reconciliations.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators across finance operations.
• Support statutory audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Collaborate with operational, commercial and senior leadership teams to streamline processes and drive business improvement.

About the Role

We are looking for a finance professional who combines strong technical expertise with exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or qualified by experience.
• 5–10 years' experience in a senior finance leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, General Ledger accounting and tax compliance.
• Proven experience managing and developing finance teams.
• Strong understanding of month-end close processes, balance sheet reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• Comfortable working within a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Desirable

• Experience within a complex multi-site or multi-entity environment.
• Experience using Microsoft Navision ERP system.

Benefits

• A key leadership position within a growing organisation.
• The opportunity to influence business-wide initiatives and process improvements.
• Significant exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• The chance to lead and develop a talented finance operation.