Head of Finance
Fixed‑Term Contract (12+months | Maternity Cover | Remote (UK)
We are seeking a highly experienced, hands‑on Head of Finance to join a private‑equity‑backed organisation on a 12-month fixed‑term contract.
This is a senior role with a strong emphasis on audit delivery, financial statements, systems ownership, monitoring and reporting within a fast‑growing, multi‑entity environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the year‑end audit process, acting as primary contact for external auditors
- Own the preparation and review of statutory financial statements
- Deliver high‑quality monthly and annual management reporting, including group inputs
- Maintain strong financial controls, balance sheet integrity, and reconciliations
- Support group consolidation, intercompany accounting, and recharges
- Provide financial oversight across multiple legal entities
- Full ownership of finance systems and access controls
- Act as internal system expert for Sage Intacct (including troubleshooting, data integrity, and enhancements)
- Oversee cash management, cashflow forecasting, and banking activity
- Review and authorise payment runs
- Maintain strong oversight of controls, reporting timetables, and deadlines
- Line management of a small finance team
- Provide hands‑on technical support across audit, reporting, and systems
- Ensure continuity and stability during the maternity cover period
Essential Experience
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience
- Strong audit delivery and financial statement preparation background
- Demonstrable experience in monitoring, reporting, and financial control
- Hands‑on finance systems management, ideally Sage Intacct
- Experience in SME, group, or private‑equity‑backed businesses
- Exposure to insurance or underwriting environments
- Group consolidation experience