Strategic Financial Leader for International Institute for Active Ageing

5 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom International Institute for Active Ageing Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Financial Leader to join our team at International Institute for Active Ageing.

Job Summary

The Head of Finance will lead the finance function, collaborating with peers to enhance value across the organisation while motivating and developing their team to ensure they reach their full potential and maintain Finance's respected role within the business.

Key Responsibilities
  • Management Accounts & Reporting:
    • Take overall responsibility for the company's Finance function, including sales & purchase ledgers, fixed assets, bank, stock, VAT returns, and other everyday Finance areas.
    • Ensure the timely production of monthly management accounts.
    • Manage monthly reviews and contribute to projects by providing analysis where you can add value.
    • Take accountability for cost risks and opportunities, ensuring alignment in monthly forecasts.
  • Sales & Brand Partnership:
    • Work with sales and brand to set sales targets.
    • Provide sales reporting and any other reporting and analysis to support decision-making.
  • Team Management:
    • Manage and develop an existing team of 8 Finance staff, including 2 direct reports (Finance Manager and Credit Control Manager).
Requirements
  • Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
  • Experience in Microsoft Dynamics and Power BI, with strong Excel skills.
  • Strong systems experience in large Finance and ERP system environments.
  • Skilled at building relationships at a senior level, with the ability to communicate financial information to non-financial audiences.
What We Offer
  • A competitive salary of approximately £75,000 - £90,000 per annum.
  • 25 days' annual leave, rising the longer you stay with us.
  • Three additional holiday days over the festive period.
  • A monthly allowance to spend on our products, plus additional discount.
  • Corporate discounts.
  • Online yoga classes.
  • Free annual eye test at Vision Express.
  • Cycle to Work scheme.
  • Recommend a friend scheme: we reward you for bringing people into our business.
  • Travel card loan.
  • Excellent opportunities to grow and move within the company.
About Us

We are committed to creating a work environment that doesn't discriminate against age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.


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