Head of Finance

Our client is a well-established family-owned multi-sector organisation who are seeking an experienced Head of Finance to lead the financial operations of this £33 - £36m turnover Group. This is a hands on role responsible for financial control, reporting, and maintaining the integrity of the Group's accounting function, while managing a small finance team and supporting strategic decision making. The position would suit a commercially aware, highly organised individual who combines strong technical expertise with a practical, operational approach and would be ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, variety, and responsibility.

Head of Finance - About The Role

• Oversee the Group's accounting and payroll functions, ensuring strong financial control.
• Prepare monthly management accounts for all entities, including consolidated Group P&A and EBITDA reporting.
• Produce Group cashflow forecasts and financial models to support planning.
• Review statutory accounts, maintain fixed asset registers, and ensure accurate ledger postings.
• Prepare year end audit schedules, and manage auditor queries.
• Manage and support a finance team of four covering ledgers, payroll, and management accounts across multiple divisions.
• Ensure compliance with VAT, corporation tax, CIS, and statutory requirements (HMRC, auditors, banks, and other bodies).
• Provide financial analysis and KPI reporting.
• Support budgeting, treasury management and debt financing requirements.

The successful Head of Finance will have:

• ACCA/CIMA part qualified, or QBE with significant senior finance experience.
• Experience within multi entity organisations, including audit preparation, statutory accounts, VAT, and payroll.
• Strong financial modelling capability
• Intermediate Excel skills
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop a small finance team.
• Highly organised, detail oriented communicator who can work independently and stay calm under pressure