Head of Finance Operations

2 weeks ago

London Area, United Kingdom Barnett Waddingham Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

We have an exciting, 6 month fixed-term opportunity for a Head of Finance Operations to join our London office (EC2Y 5AU).

The Head of Finance Operations will be responsible for leading the Finance Operations team; optimising our financial processes, ensuring operational efficiency, and driving continuous improvement. This role is a leadership role which requires a strategic thinker with a background in financial operations, accounting and, ideally, systems implementation.

Snapshot of your day:

  • Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial accounting and cashflow management
  • Manage and mentor a high-performing finance operations team
  • Oversee cash flow forecasting and working capital management, and regulatory reporting and ensure compliance with regulatory and financial reporting standards
  • Collaborate with senior stakeholders to support strategic financial decision-making and liaise with the auditors and Howden Group reporting
  • Lead process automation initiatives and optimise finance systems for efficiency and drive continuous improvement and best practices in financial operations.
  • Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement internal controls.

We would love to hear from you if you have:

  • ACA, or CIMA, or equivalent finance qualification
  • Proven track record in financial control/ finance operations leadership, preferably in professional services or Financial services
  • Experience in financial systems implementation and automation
  • In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, regulatory requirements, and internal controls
  • Ability to lead and develop teams in a fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge of ERP systems is essential
  • Excellent Excel skills

What's in it for you:

  • Generous pension scheme
  • Core benefits for you including private medical cover, life assurance, group income protection, and up to 30 days holiday per year (pro rata for fixed term) with holiday trading
  • A comprehensive range of voluntary benefits to suit you (and your family) including a tech scheme, cycle to work scheme, dental cover, healthcare cash plan, health assessments, critical illness cover, Sports Allowance – we pay up to 50% of your gym/sports membership (up to £50 pm), travel insurance, paid volunteering, and a broad range of retailer discounts
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Happy to talk flexible working

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