Head of Finance
Location: Loughborough
Salary: £60,000-£70,000 DOE
Hours: 40 hours per week
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Accounts & Payroll to join a well‑established care provider with over 35 years of service excellence. This is a key leadership role overseeing the day‑to‑day financial operations of a large, multi‑site organisation.
You will lead the finance function, ensure strong financial controls, and provide accurate reporting to support strategic decision‑making across the Group. This is a hands‑on, office‑based role with occasional travel to services.
The Role
* Lead and manage all daily finance operations
* Produce monthly management accounts with clear commentary
* Oversee sales ledger, purchase ledger, payroll input, banking, and reconciliations
* Manage cashflow, credit control, and debt recovery
* Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (HMRC, pensions, reporting)
* Support budgeting and financial performance monitoring
* Lead year‑end processes and liaise with external auditors
* Manage and develop the finance team
* Work closely with operational managers to improve financial understanding and cost control
What You'll Need
* Qualified or part‑qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent experience)
* Strong experience in a senior accounts or finance management role
* Solid knowledge of management accounts, payroll, and financial reporting
* Experience managing multi‑site finance operations
* Strong systems knowledge (Sage 200 & Sage 50 Payroll desirable)
* Excellent Excel and communication skills
* Experience leading and developing finance staff
Desirable:
* Experience in health or social care
* Understanding of Local Authority or NHS funding
* Experience improving finance systems and processes
What's on Offer
* Opportunity to lead a key function within a growing organisation
* Direct involvement in financial strategy, reporting, and performance
* Supportive senior leadership team
* 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
* Enhanced DBS check paid for by the employer
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