Overview
Head of Finance Jobs in London Area, United Kingdom at JGA Recruitment Group | B Corp™
Title: Head of Finance
Company: JGA Recruitment Group | B Corp™
Location: London Area, United Kingdom
We're partnering with a leading services business — 5,000+ employees, £500m+ revenues, to appoint a Head of Finance at a pivotal moment in their growth journey.
This is a genuinely high-impact, senior leadership role for a commercially astute finance professional who wants visibility, influence, and the opportunity to help shape business strategy from the top table.
The Package
- £120,000 – £130,000 base salary
- 20% bonus
- London — hybrid, 2–3 days in office
- Genuine seat at the leadership table with real strategic influence
What They're Looking For
- Qualified accountant – ACA, ACCA, or CIMA
- Strong financial control background with proven senior leadership experience
- Background in businesses of comparable scale – circa 5,000 employees and £500m+ turnover
- Commercially confident, with the gravitas to influence at the MD and CFO level
- Comfortable operating in a dynamic, high-growth environment
The Role
Reporting directly to the Managing Director and partnering closely with the Group CFO, you'll take full ownership of the finance function, leading a team of six and driving financial control, reporting, planning, and cash management across a complex, fast-paced business.
This isn't a back-office finance role. You'll be a trusted commercial partner, influencing decisions that drive profitability and long-term performance.
What You'll Be Doing
- Leading and developing a high-performing team of six direct reports
- Owning month-end close and delivering accurate, insight-led management reporting and KPIs
- Driving budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning
- Partnering with operational and commercial teams to improve margins and inform key decisions
- Overseeing cash flow, working capital, and liquidity management
- Ensuring strong financial governance, statutory compliance, and audit management
- Continuously improving systems, processes, and reporting capability
If you're a senior finance leader looking for a role where you can truly make your mark. I'd love to hear from you.
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