Head of Finance - 6 months FTC

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Location: Central London (3 days on site, 2 days WFH)

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Finance to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a company that is committed to making a significant difference in the industry. The successful candidate will play a pivotal leadership role, directly partnering with the leadership team and acting as a key thought partner to the CFO. With high levels of responsibility, ownership, and visibility, this role will drive the commercial finance function, while building on existing strengths within the team.

What you'll do:

As the Head of Finance, your role will be integral in shaping the overall commercial strategy. You will act as the #2 to the CFO, owning and driving the commercial finance function, as well as overseeing the financial reporting, process improvements, and financial controls across the business. You will support in developing a roadmap to create a top-tier finance function and position the business for scale.

• Expand and enhance business partnering across various functions including marketing, business development, and operations
• Deliver financial insights for growth by providing analysis to support company strategy and identify opportunities
• Strengthen financial planning and performance tracking through developing and maintaining financial models
• Lead the annual budgeting process, collaborating with Functional Heads to ensure alignment with company goals
• Prepare and update financial forecasts, incorporating business performance and trends
• Monitor and report on budget variances, coordinating actions across teams to address discrepancies
• Support fundraising strategy alongside the CFO and founders
• Assist in developing board packs and preparing investor reports and requests

What you bring:

• ACA/ ACCA/CIMA qualified with strong commercial and strategic toolkit gained in startup/ scale up environment
• Excellent technical finance skills with ability to manage complex financial processes
• Proven leadership skills with ability to inspire and develop a high-performing team
• "Can-do" mentality, ownership mindset, team player attitude with no job too small
• Drive and ambition to own the role fully, guide and motivate the finance team as the business continue to grow

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