London | Hybrid Working (3 days in office)
We’re partnering with a fast-growing international consultancy and advisory business operating within the media and marketing space to appoint a Head of Finance into a newly created and highly visible role.
Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this position will play a critical role in modernising the finance function, with the headline project being the end-to-end implementation of Paprika across the UK operation.
Key Responsibilities
Finance Systems Implementation & Transformation
* Lead the full lifecycle Paprika implementation for the UK business
* Lead the wider finance system transition to ensure effective implementation across all geographies
* Work closely with both Finance and non‑Finance teams to deliver a successful implementation
* Act as the key point of contact for post-implementation support across local Finance teams
* Partner with the Finance Director to improve GL structures, reporting capabilities, and overall finance efficiencies
* Work closely with the Group Financial Controller and wider operational stakeholders impacted by the implementation
* Deliver broader finance transformation and process improvement projects across the function
Finance Process Review & Reporting
* Alongside the system implementation, review and improve global finance processes to ensure consistency and streamlined reporting
* Work closely with the Group Financial Controller to ensure alignment between system structures and regional/consolidated reporting requirements
* Drive improvements across month‑end processes, reconciliations, controls, and management reporting
* Support and develop a junior finance team, including oversight of balance sheet review and clean‑up work
Balance Sheet & Working Capital Management
* Work with local Finance teams to implement a robust balance sheet review process
* Identify key risks and opportunities across local balance sheets
* Review working capital cycles and partner with local teams to design and implement effective cash management processes and controls
About You
* ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified, or a strong QBE profile
* Previous experience leading or playing a key role in finance systems implementations
* Strong operational finance, controls, and process improvement background
* Hands‑on, proactive, and comfortable operating within a fast‑paced, growing business environment
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
* Experience within media, consultancy, marketing, professional services, or project-based environments would be advantageous
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