Head of Finance

A leading advertising company is seeking a Head of Finance to spearhead their financial operations. As they gear up for rapid expansion, you'll be at the forefront of financial strategy, guiding a growing team, and ensuring the company's fiscal health supports its ambitious growth plans.

About the Role:
As Head of Finance, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations and commercial decision-making. You will play a strategic role in shaping the company’s financial framework while ensuring that internal systems and processes are robust, scalable, and aligned with business objectives. This is a high-visibility role that reports directly to the Managing Director and external accountants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Work closely with senior leadership to align financial performance with the company’s long-term goals.
• Team Management & Development: Lead and mentor a growing finance team, ensuring their continued professional development and fostering a culture of financial excellence.
• Operational Efficiency: Oversee the company’s financial processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness in all financial operations.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Produce monthly management reports, financial forecasting, budgeting, and detailed financial analyses to inform strategic business decisions.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Oversee financial compliance with HMRC regulations, VAT returns, Corporation Tax, and other relevant legislation. Identify and mitigate financial risks.
• Internal Operations Oversight: Manage the company’s facilities, IT systems, and information security, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting operational efficiency.
• Cost & Profitability Management: Drive initiatives to identify cost-saving opportunities, streamline processes, and enhance profitability.
• Client & Supplier Relations: Partner with legal teams to negotiate client and supplier contracts, ensuring favorable terms and compliance with business objectives.
• HR & People Operations: Ensure adherence to HR regulations and collaborate with department heads on workforce planning and employee benefits.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Qualifications: ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification, demonstrating strong financial expertise.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and develop teams, with a focus on mentoring and creating a culture of excellence.
• Strategic Vision: Strong ability to contribute to high-level strategy, making data-driven decisions to support business growth.
• Financial Expertise: Expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, VAT, and tax compliance.
• Commercial Acumen: Skilled in driving profitability, financial planning, and cost management.
• Systems Experience: Familiarity with financial systems like Xero and Procim, and experience in streamlining financial processes.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to stakeholders.