Head of Finance

We are seeking an experienced Head of Finance to lead the financial operations of a UK-based regional hub and its subsidiaries. The successful candidate will oversee financial reporting, taxation, audit, accounts payable, cash flow management, and regulatory compliance, ensuring effective financial controls and alignment with applicable accounting standards and corporate policies.

This role requires a strong finance leader with solid technical accounting expertise, proven tax and audit experience, and the ability to lead a team while supporting regional business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee end-to-end financial operations, ensuring accurate financial records, effective internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage financial planning, cash flow forecasting, and funding requirements in coordination with headquarters.
• Oversee monthly and annual financial closing, financial statements, and group financial reporting.
• Manage tax compliance, including corporate tax, VAT, payroll taxes, and withholding taxes, where applicable.
• Prepare, review, and oversee tax returns, statutory declarations, VAT reconciliations, and tax refund claims.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and ensure compliance with applicable UK tax laws and reporting requirements.
• Oversee internal and external audits, coordinate with auditors, address audit findings, and ensure timely submission of audited financial statements.
• Manage the accounts payable function, ensuring accurate invoice processing, supplier reconciliations, payment approvals, and timely settlement of liabilities.
• Oversee accounts receivable and intercompany accounts, ensuring accurate reconciliations and reporting.
• Review transfer pricing arrangements and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Monitor cash and bank balances and strengthen financial controls and reconciliation procedures.
• Review and authorize financial transactions in accordance with delegated financial authorities and internal policies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, ensuring effective performance management and operational efficiency.
• Provide financial guidance to regional departments and support budget management and operational decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes through automation, digital workflows, and enhanced reporting.
• Monitor financial KPIs and provide recommendations to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience in finance and accounting.
• Proven experience in taxation, audit, and accounts payable management.
• Strong knowledge of UK tax regulations, corporate tax, VAT, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Experience coordinating internal and external audits and preparing audited financial statements.
• Solid understanding of accounts payable processes, supplier management, payment controls, and reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement preparation.
• Professional qualification such as CPA or CMA is an advantage.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Location

London

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