Job Description

Job title:

Head of Finance

Where:

Leeds or Manchester

Company industry:

Professional Services

Start date:

ASAP


Interested in joining a growing business that will double in size in the next 3 years?


Including a new challenge within a business who will be going through an event in that you will play an integral part with in the next 5 years?


To inherit a high performing, autonomous team who are well-respected, collaborative and team-oriented individuals?


And have a seat in the board level meetings to present/ influence decisions with business-wide impact?


This Head of Finance role might just be right for you!

Key Responsibilities

1. Finance Operations

Deliver monthly management accounts, P&L reporting, cash flow forecasts, and reconciliations Lead the budgeting process and maintain a rolling 3-year forecast Oversee purchase ledger, sales ledger, payroll, and bonus calculations Ensure financial compliance and reporting to HMRC, banking partners, and auditors Maintain strong internal controls and scalable financial processes

2. Strategic Development

Take increasing ownership of the monthly Board Pack - structure, commentary, insights Overall responsibility of monthly scorecards & Bullhorn analytics reporting Define and drive better MI across the business -- starting with key commercial and performance metrics Work with internal or external partners to implement Power BI/Amazon Quicksights dashboards that align with our KPIs Sit on the Board and contribute to investment decisions and growth planning Allocate structured time away from BAU for commercial project work (CEO & COO to support this transition)

3. Governance & Commercial Projects

Chair monthly risk committee (insurance, legal terms, compliance) Lead ad hoc projects - EMI scheme, U.S. visa costings, internal contract book financing Support preparation for future commercial events (e.g., investment or fundraising)

Experience/Knowledge Required:

Management experience; Leadership skills; Interpersonal skills; Outstanding mathematical skills; Honesty; integrity; reliability; Solid written and verbal communication skills; High attention to detail; Organisational skills; Critical thinking and problem-solving skills; Research skills; analytical skills; Computer skills; Understanding of data privacy standards.

Level of Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or master's degree in accounting, business, economics, finance, or a related field; Several years of experience in a business or finance environment.

The Rewards:

Unlimited holiday No working hours No dress code - if anything, it's casual! EMI share options Pay reviews every year Private healthcare after 6-month probation 24/7 support Enhanced parental leave - up to 9 months maternity & paternity leave Modern office spaces Pension * And much more!