The Role
My client, a well-established and growing provider of outsourced payroll and contractor services, is looking to bring in a Head of Finance to take full ownership of their finance function.
They support recruitment agencies, SMEs, and contractors with payroll, employment, and compliance solutions, so experience in high-volume payroll environments (umbrella/contractor models) would be particularly valuable here.
This is a hands-on position with a mix of day-to-day finance and broader oversight. You'll be key in keeping everything running smoothly while also helping shape and improve financial processes as the business continues to scale.
What You'll Be Doing
Managing the day-to-day finance operations
Handling and reviewing bank reconciliations and cash matching
Overseeing credit control and supporting cash flow management
Managing supplier payments and general financial transactions
Monitoring expenses and overall company spend
Maintaining accurate records and strengthening financial controls
Working closely with senior leadership to provide insight and reporting
Identifying opportunities to improve systems and processes
Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and internal policies
What They're Looking For
Background in finance within payroll, umbrella, recruitment, or contractor services
Strong experience with bank reconciliations and cash matching
Experience managing credit control and supplier payments
Comfortable owning financial processes and reporting
Able to work independently and take full ownership of the function
Qualifications
QBE, part-qualified, or fully qualified (AAT / ACCA / ACA)
Working Setup
You'll start off in the office to get up to speed with the team and processes. After that, there's flexibility for hybrid or remote working.
Why Consider It?
Genuine ownership of the finance function
A role where you can make a real impact on processes and controls
Flexibility once you're embedded
Growing business with a strong client base and solid reputation
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