Job Description
Divisional Head of Finance
Near Poole, Dorset (Hybrid working - 1 day in the office per week)
£73-78k Excellent Benefits
Permanent | Full-time
Are you a strategic, commercially savvy finance leader ready to take the reins of a high-impact portfolio within a growing, purpose-led organisation?
Talent Finance are hiring a Divisional Head of Finance – Property to lead the financial performance of a major maintenance operation, which is the largest and most complex cost base across the group.
This is a pivotal leadership role where you’ll work side by side with senior stakeholders and directors, bringing clarity through sharp financial insight, shaping strategy, and driving improvements across reporting, planning, and performance.
What the Role Involves:
* Leading and developing a finance team of 7
* Owning the full financial cycle for the maintenance division, including management accounts, forecasts, and long-term plans
* Partnering with senior directors and operational leads to turn performance data into strategic actions
* Presenting monthly financial reports and insights to senior leadership
* Managing quarterly reforecasts and supporting group-wide cashflow planning
* Playing a lead role in integrating acquisitions into the finance structure
* Driving process improvement and promoting a culture of collaboration and accountability across the team
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What We’re Looking For:
* A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least 5 years' post-qualified experience
* Strong experience in management reporting, business partnering, and financial planning
* A confident communicator, used to working with senior leaders and non-finance teams
* Skilled in building and leading high-performing finance teams
* Strong Excel and financial systems knowledge, bonus if you’ve worked with Microsoft Dynamics
* Experience in maintenance, housing or property services is a plus but not essential
Why It’s a Great Opportunity:
* You’ll be in a high-impact, senior role influencing decisions at executive level
* Lead change and process improvement in a collaborative, values-driven culture
* Work for a purpose-led organisation committed to social impact and innovation
* Benefit from very flexible hybrid working, professional development support, and a strong benefits package
If you're ready to step into a senior finance leadership role where you can really shape strategy and performance, then we’d love to hear from you.
Talent Finance are committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We review all applicants on equal merit and we do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.