Head of Finance

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Head of Finance to join a FTSE listed business based in West London. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone to manage a large team (10-15 people) and implement process improvement and efficiencies.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the accounting function, developing a high performing, engaged team of accounting professionals.
• Develop effectiveness of the team through targeted coaching, training and development.
• Manage and ensure financial compliance, governance, and oversight of General Accounting for the UK & Ireland businesses.
• Lead the consistent and timely delivery of the month end close and, improve the periodic financial close and internal control process, for the UK and Ireland businesses.
• Review and ensure accuracy and completeness of General Accounting transactions; ensure Key Controls are in place and operating effectively.
• Maintain and enhance the Balance Sheet Reconciliation programme to assure the integrity of key accounts.
• Co-ordinate and liaise with external and internal auditors as the primary contact and plan, organise and coordinate the year-end close and audit process with them.
• Develop strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide a high level of customer service to business partners (internally & externally).
• Identify opportunities to enhance the efficiency of existing processes and systems; develop the road map for deployment in collaboration with the Technology & Transformation team.

Requirements:

• Qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA Accountant with significant PQE experience.
• This is a demanding position with significant internal visibility, which requires comprehensive understanding, resilience and tenacity.
• Broad and sustained team management experience preferably in a Finance Shared Services environment.
• Knowledge of the company's business model, operations and key business drivers and ability to build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
• Demonstrates a high degree of attention to detail, thoroughness, and a methodical approach to work.
• A leader who can work both independently and collaboratively, and coach and develop a large professional team.
• Comfortable with managing multiple tasks concurrently and adept at prioritizing workload according to business needs.

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