Head of group finance

Interim Head of Finance Location: Cambridge Salary up to £70,000 We are currently supporting this private equity backed company who are part of a wider group who are seeking an Interim Head of Finance to cover a period of maternity. Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a high-impact leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation’s financial strategy, ensuring strong governance, and supporting senior stakeholders in driving performance and growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys combining strategic oversight with operational leadership. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports Monitor aged debt and oversee monthly cashflow forecasting to manage working capital Ensure accurate and timely submission of quarterly VAT returns Drive robust and transparent reporting on agent commissions Analyse financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying risks, opportunities, and corrective actions Deliver clear, insightful KPI and financial performance reporting to senior stakeholders Support the preparation of statutory accounts and disclosures Lead the migration to a new financial reporting system Ideally you will be qualified and come from a strong technical background. Due to the nature of the post we require someone who is available from July.