Head of Finance

A well‑known multi‑site Consumer brand who are approaching £150m revenue are looking for a Head of Finance on a 12‑month maternity cover contract, to report into the CFO and help drive both ‘core’ finance as well as Commercial Finance/FP&A. You will lead a team of 3, one of them being qualified.

• Being the key finance partner to the UK business
• Partnering closely with the Group CFO on FP&A, budgeting and strategic insight
• Bringing commercial thinking to life, using data to influence decisions across operations
• Building strong relationships with store GMs, helping them understand and own their numbers
• Supporting growth initiatives, new store openings and systems improvements across finance
• Acting as a trusted point of contact for key stakeholders, both internal and external
• Leading, coaching and developing our UK finance team, bringing out the best
• Owning the integrity of reporting: monthly P&Ls, balance sheets and audit delivery
• After the recent implementation of a new payroll system, apply an enhanced level of review to ensure data integrity and process reliability
• Lead the UK audit process and Group consolidation for statutory accounts purposes

• A proven track record in a senior finance role, ideally within a multi‑site environment
• A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong technical expertise with a sharp eye for detail and controls
• Commercial acumen, seeing beyond the numbers to what really drives performance
• The ability to work at pace, prioritise effectively and stay adaptable
• Confidence partnering stakeholders across all levels of the business