Head of Finance

LHH Recruitment Solutions are currently working with one of the UK's leading organisations within their field. Based within the West Sussex office the Head of Finance will be the number 1 person in finance and will report to the CEO, while having direct team management responsibilities for 3 people (wider finance team of 20).

As the Head of Finance, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the company's financial strategy, delivering high-level financial reporting, supporting mergers and acquisitions, and identifying growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shape and execute the company's financial strategy, ensuring optimal utilisation of capital and resources.
• Supervise all financial tasks across the group, including financial reporting and budget consolidation.
• Oversee the implementation of sound cash flow management processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Maintain accurate financial systems and processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Provide regular, timely financial management information, including strategic analysis and monthly accounts, to support decision-making at the highest level.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with superior mathematical skills.
• Proven experience as a Head of Finance or similar role.
• Proven experience of managing teams
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, corporate finance principles, and financial analysis.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills with outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Previous experience of working within a regulated environment would be very advantageous.
• Familiarity with HMRC rules and regulations.

The Head of Finance role is paying £70-85k plus bonus and benefits. The role will require 3 days a week in the West Sussex office. This is a fantastic time to be joining the business as they are becoming very acquisitive and so the role will involve lots of M&A work.