Head of Finance
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Crawley |
| Area | West Sussex, UK |
| Sector | Accounting & Finance |
| Salary | £55,000 - £60,000 |
| Start Date | |
| Advertiser | Nicola Francis |
| Telephone | 01342325316 |
| Job Ref | NF14382 |
- Description
Head of Finance
Lloyd Recruitment is excited to be partnering with a rapidly expanding organisation in search of an accomplished Head of Finance to lead its financial strategy and support continued growth. In this influential role, you will collaborate closely with senior leadership to drive financial performance, shape strategic direction, and champion the organisation's ambitions.
Why join us?
- £60k salary plus discretionary bonus
- Based in Haywards Heath
- Monday to Friday, 9am-5:30pm
- Free onsite parking
- Critical illness cover
- Group life insurance
- NHS Healthcare cash plan
- 4 weeks holiday, plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Long service recognition awards
Key Responsibilities of the Head of Finance:
- Develop and implement financial strategies that align with growth objectives, supporting long-term planning and resource allocation
- Oversee accurate, timely financial reporting, delivering insights that influence strategic decisions and enhance performance
- Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring effective variance analysis and predictive accuracy
- Work across departments to identify and implement strategies for operational improvement and increased profitability
- Maintain a keen focus on cash flow and working capital strategies, securing financial stability and liquidity
- Establish robust risk management practices and ensure full compliance with financial regulations and internal controls
- Nurture a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning
- Build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, providing critical financial insights and support for negotiations
- Evaluate current financial systems, implement new technologies, and streamline processes to boost efficiency
Head of Finance Candidate Profile
- Expertise in financial principles, regulatory standards, and advanced financial modelling
- Proven experience in leading and developing high-performing finance teams
- Capable of anticipating financial trends and implementing proactive strategies
- Strong presentation skills, adept at influencing and engaging stakeholders
- Ideally experienced in recurring payments or similar sectors
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; Master’s/MBA preferred
- Fully qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
- 10+ years’ finance experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior finance leadership role
- Proficient in financial software, ERP systems, and advanced Excel
Take your financial career to the next level in a role that offers both challenge and impact. Apply today to join an organisation that values strategic thinking and strong leadership.
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