Head of Transactional Finance Job at Goodman Masson (London)

Head of Transactional Finance

Harmonic are delighted to be partnering with an established international media ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

90000.00 - 95000.00 GBP / Year

Harmonic Finance™ | Certified B Corp

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven leadership experience across transactional finance, with strong exposure to payroll, AP, and broader finance operations
Demonstrable transformation experience, with clear evidence of improving processes, team structures, and service levels within a finance function
Strong business partnering and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build credibility at all levels of an organisation
A hands-on approach and genuine appetite to drive change rather than inherit and maintain a status quo
Strong people leadership capability, with experience improving team productivity, setting clear expectations, and developing individuals
Good awareness of risk, controls, and compliance across transactional finance processes
Comfortable identifying underutilised system capability and driving better use of existing technology

Job Responsibility

Take ownership of the transactional finance function with immediate focus on payroll and accounts payable
Assess current team structures, processes, and working practices, identifying and implementing meaningful improvements in efficiency and output
Drive a step-change in AP processes, including invoice workflows, payment processing, and expenses management, reducing manual touchpoints and improving internal service levels
Review payroll controls and validation processes to ensure the function is operating effectively and proportionately, with greater use of existing system capability and reduced reliance on manual checking
Ensure expenses processes are fit for purpose, with appropriate compliance oversight and reduced escalation risk
Establish clear KPIs and service standards across the team, including query response times and resolution rates, building a more responsive and customer-focused finance function
Act as a visible and proactive business partner to internal stakeholders, improving the reputation and standing of the finance function across the organisation
Identify and address operational, compliance, and control risks across payroll, AP, and expenses
Lead, develop, and motivate the team, building a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
Ad hoc tasks to support the wider business function

What we offer

up to 30% bonus

Fulltime

Legal Finance & Practice Manager / Head of Finance

An established and growing law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Finance & Pr...

Location

United Kingdom , Leicester

Salary:

60000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong experience in Legal Finance Management within a law firm
Extensive knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR)
Experience managing or supervising a legal accounts team
Strong understanding of the COFA role and regulatory compliance responsibilities
Knowledge of property transactions, including completion statements, completion packs, KYC, AML, and risk compliance

Job Responsibility

Ensure full compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SRA) and all financial regulatory requirements
Oversee the firm's finance and accounts operations, acting as Head of Finance
Conduct regular team check-ins and performance management
Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reporting for leadership
Complete monthly SRA client and office account reconciliations
Manage daily banking operations, including payments and reconciliations
Maintain and manage all firm bank accounts
Administer and reconcile petty cash
Prepare and support VAT submissions
Process payments and nominal ledger postings

Fulltime

Head of Finance

ELEMIS are looking for a Head of Finance to cover maternity for a 12 month perio...

Location

United Kingdom , Bristol

Salary:

Not provided

ELEMIS

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA), ideally within FMCG, retail, or consumer brands
Strong background in management accounting, reporting, consolidation, compliance and financial control, with experience leading audits and managing multi-entity reporting (UK & US preferred)
Technical knowledge of FRS 102 and UK GAAP
Process improvement: adopts a continuous improvement mindset, challenges the status quo, demonstrated experience improving controls and streamlining processes that have meaningful impact
Agility: demonstrates willingness to operate with flexibility and respond to business demands, adjusting your own priorities and directing the work of the team to meet deadlines
Communication skills: ability to share and present information at all levels and to non-financial stakeholders
People leadership: ability to nurture and develop the capability of the team
Tools: Advanced Excel and ERP system experience (SAP, NetSuite, or equivalent), working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and SAP Concur is helpful

Job Responsibility

Deliver high-quality, audit-ready monthly management accounts with clear, insightful narrative analysis
Own and continuously enhance the global month-end close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and a structured no-surprises reporting environment
Harmonise reporting packs, accounting treatments, and review controls across all entities to eliminate inconsistency and rework
Establish structured reporting frameworks that provide leadership with clarity across P&L, Balance Sheet, and key financial drivers
Lead, mentor, and professionalise the financial control team (of 4 qualified management accountants, including one senior MA), building strong technical capability and accountability
Embed clear accountability for balance sheet accounts, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables, driving a culture of precision and control
Strengthen technical accounting knowledge and review discipline to elevate output beyond transactional processing
Develop a resilient team structure with defined roles, progression pathways, and continuity of expertise
Implement a rigorous monthly reconciliation framework with defined ownership, ageing review, and escalation protocols to ensure full balance sheet control
Deliver transparent reporting across receivables, payables, inventory, provisions, and accruals to support active cash management

What we offer

Hybrid working: We work three days per week in office (Filton location) and two days per week from home
Flexitime: We operate with core hours (10am - 4pm), which means you can be flexible on your finish and start time
Generous Staff Discount on all your favourite ELEMIS products and spa treatments, as well as discounts on L'OCCITANE Group products (including L'Occitane, Erborian and more)
Excellent well-being policies including enhanced Maternity & Paternity policies, Income Protection, Life Assurance and more
Generous Holiday Allowance, increasing with length of service
Company Pension Scheme
Healthcare Cash Plan (with Dental)
Employee Assistance Programme for all Associates and their families
Cycle to Work Scheme, Season Ticket Loan, Length of Service Awards

Fulltime

Head of Finance

Head of Finance | Luxury Consumer Brand | West Sussex / Hybrid. The Client: Harm...

Location

United Kingdom , West Sussex

Salary:

80000.00 - 100000.00 GBP / Year

Harmonic Finance™ | Certified B Corp

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
Experience managing or mentoring finance staff within a growing business environment
Exposure to stock, margin, costings, and product economics
Advanced financial modelling and Excel capability
Strong ability to interpret trading data and translate it into clear commercial insights
Confident communicator with the ability to partner with senior stakeholders and challenge constructively
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on SME environment

Job Responsibility

Lead and develop the finance team, including the Management Accountant and transactional staff
Oversee the month-end close and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting
Deliver weekly trading and performance reporting with clear commercial insights
Partner with senior stakeholders across the business to support profitability and margin performance
Own the budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting processes, including scenario modelling
Review management accounts, KPIs, and financial packs, providing clear commentary to leadership
Maintain oversight of cashflow and working capital to support operational planning
Drive process improvements and reporting enhancements to strengthen the finance function

Fulltime

Group Head of Finance

IN2 Consult is partnering with a growing, international SME on the recruitment o...

Location

United Kingdom , Didcot

Salary:

80000.00 - 90000.00 GBP / Year

IN2 Consult

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
Proven experience in a senior finance role within an SME or growing business
Strong experience in statutory reporting and IFRS financial statements
Experience managing external audits and auditor relationships
Experience in manufacturing or a similar sector involving complex inventory accounting (e.g., industrials, engineering, FMCG, or distribution)
Exposure to inventory valuation, cost accounting, WIP accounting, and stock controls
Previous experience working in a high reporting standards environment
Hands-on and proactive approach
Strong technical accounting knowledge
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to financial accuracy

Job Responsibility

Own and deliver the monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery
Lead the month-end close process, including balance sheet reconciliations and review of key accounting judgments
Produce clear and insightful management reporting packs for senior leadership
Analyse financial performance and highlight key trends, risks, and variances
Oversee inventory accounting processes, ensuring accurate valuation and reporting
Manage accounting for cost of goods sold, inventory movements, and stock provisions
Ensure appropriate treatment of manufacturing costs, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods
Partner with operational teams to improve inventory control, reporting accuracy, and financial visibility
Lead the preparation of year-end statutory accounts under IFRS
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and financial reporting requirements

What we offer

Benefits

Fulltime

Head of Finance

IN2 Consult is partnering with an exciting SME client in London who are seeking ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

85000.00 - 95000.00 GBP / Year

IN2 Consult

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Fully qualified accountant (e.g. ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent)
Proven experience in a Head of Finance or senior finance leadership role within an SME environment
Demonstrable ability to operate in a hands-on capacity, with ownership of both strategic and transactional finance activities
Strong technical accounting knowledge, including UK GAAP and statutory reporting requirements
Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes, audits, and regulatory compliance
Advanced Excel skills and strong familiarity with accounting systems
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at Board level
Highly organised, proactive, and capable of working in a dynamic, growing business environment

Job Responsibility

Oversee the end-to-end finance operations, ensuring accurate and efficient delivery across all accounting activities
Produce and review monthly financial reports, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow, with clear analysis and insight
Take ownership of payroll and pension administration, ensuring compliance and accuracy in all related postings
Manage the revenue cycle, including invoicing, client billing, and internal cost recharges
Compile and deliver quarterly board reports, providing meaningful financial commentary and performance analysis
Monitor and manage cash flow and banking activities, including oversight of bank accounts and company spending facilities
Ensure all statutory obligations are met, including VAT filings, tax submissions, and year-end financial statements
Act as the key contact for external auditors and advisors, coordinating audits and resolving queries efficiently
Lead the financial planning cycle, coordinating budgets and forecasts in partnership with senior stakeholders
Continuously review and enhance financial processes, controls, and systems to support business growth

What we offer

Bonus & Benefits

Fulltime

Head of Finance

This is a newly created Head of Finance role, reporting into an experienced Frac...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

75000.00 - 85000.00 GBP / Year

Harmonic Finance™ | Certified B Corp

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with 5+ years post-qualified experience
Media, digital, agency, or high-growth consumer-facing businesses
Experience in a Head of Finance, Senior Finance Manager, or Lead Finance Business Partner role
Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and commercial FP&A
Confident business partner with experience supporting revenue-generating teams
Solid technical accounting knowledge (IFRS / UK GAAP)
Experience working across multi-entity or international structures (UK/US highly desirable)
Comfortable operating in a high-growth, fast-moving environment
Hands-on, proactive, and able to balance detail with strategic thinking

Job Responsibility

Lead annual budgeting and quarterly reforecasting processes
Deliver insightful management reporting, board packs, and performance analysis
Develop KPIs and financial models to support strategic decision-making
Provide scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis for growth initiatives and investments
Support financial due diligence for new markets, partnerships, or strategic opportunities
Partner with revenue and commercial teams on pricing, margin analysis, and profitability
Support contract reviews, commercial negotiations, and ROI analysis
Analyse P&L performance by revenue stream, project, and market
Challenge cost base and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability
Translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders

What we offer

Hybrid working model
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Opportunity to build and shape a finance function with genuine autonomy
Close partnership with an experienced Fractional CFO
Clear progression as the business continues to scale internationally

Fulltime

Head of Finance Operations

Citadel Source are delighted to be exclusively supporting a leading regional PLC...

Location

United Kingdom , South West

Salary:

100000.00 - 150000.00 GBP / Year

Citadel Source

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven ability to lead and optimise end-to-end finance operations with a strong focus on service delivery
Commercially astute, with experience managing multimillion-pound third-party contracts and outsourced service models
Skilled in driving process transformation through simplification, standardisation, and automation
Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with a track record of aligning service delivery to evolving business needs
Experienced in setting and managing KPIs, SLAs, and customer satisfaction metrics to monitor and improve performance
Effective team leader with experience managing direct and matrix teams across multiple locations
Comfortable operating in complex environments with a proactive, hands-on approach to issue resolution
Strategic thinker with the ability to apply external insight to shape future-state service models and operational strategy
Experienced SSC leader with exposure to change/transformation environments
High-performing, highly experienced operational finance leader with vast experience within a change/transformation environment

Job Responsibility

Responsibility for leading the interface between internal teams and third-party partners delivering core finance services (e.g. P2P, O2C, Payroll), ensuring operational accuracy, compliance, and efficiency
Oversight of day-to-day finance operations, with accountability for resolving service issues and removing barriers to performance
Responsibility for ensuring timely and accurate execution of key transactional processes, including invoicing, payments, and reconciliations
Acts as the senior point of contact for finance and business stakeholders, ensuring service delivery aligns with strategic priorities
Ownership of high-value third-party contracts, applying commercial insight to optimise service outcomes and cost efficiency
Oversight of contract governance and change control processes, working closely with Procurement and Legal functions
Responsibility for leading and developing internal teams and external delivery partners across multiple geographies
Oversight of performance metrics, including KPIs, SLAs, and customer satisfaction indicators to drive continuous improvement
Regular engagement with regional and divisional teams to assess service performance and identify improvement opportunities
Responsibility for leading process transformation initiatives, leveraging internal process excellence capabilities

What we offer

Car allowance
30% bonus potential
Excellent benefits

Fulltime

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