Finance Director / Head of Finance

Finance Director / Head of Finance - for growing SME based in London £75,000 - £85,000 per annum + Bonus **Must have previously worked at Finance Director / Head of Finance level** **Must be UK resident**About the Client This opportunity is with a well-established and highly successful organisation within the Leisure & Hospitality sectors, operating solely in London.About the Role This is not your everyday BAU finance job! As the No.1 in Finance for a growing Leisure & Hospitality business, you’ll sit at the heart of strategy, partnering directly with the CEO and shaping what the next 3–5 years look like. You’ll play a pivotal role in financial decision-making, driving performance through insight and strong operational control. This role is primarily site based (4 days per week in the office and 1 day WFH) with a sensible approach to flexibility.Duties will include: Leading the end-to-end forecasting process, ensuring accuracy within key performance thresholds. Producing and presenting financial and management reporting with sharp, meaningful insights. Supporting business strategy through financial modelling and operational improvements. Overseeing all finance operations, including compliance with tax, statutory, and regulatory requirements. Collaborating with legal and operational leads on contracts and governance. Managing financial close, controls, and audit readiness. Leading and developing the finance team, driving a culture of learning and continuous improvement. Supporting succession planning and talent development. Participating in senior leadership forums and business planning activities.About the Successful Applicant A degree and full accounting qualification, with ACA / ACCA / CIMA first-time passes. Minimum of 6 years of post-qualified experience in senior, commercially focused finance roles. A skilled and experienced leader and manager of people. Experience working in an SME or growing business environment essential with exposure to multi trade or multi-site businesses. Proven financial leadership experience in a senior finance role in an SME environment (50+ staff). Must have a commercially minded approach with strong analytical and modelling skills Proven expertise in managing external finance providers or outsourced teams. Advanced Excel and IT proficiency, including experience with financial systems (Xero). Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with diverse stakeholders. Highly self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.What You Will Receive in Return A competitive salary range of £75,000-£85,000 per annum plus bonus, depending on experience. 33 days holiday per year plus annual loyalty bonus day. Free gym memberships for you plus one. Company pension. Substantial investment in your L&D journey and CPD. And much, much more! Thank you for your time and consideration. Due to the anticipated high level of interest in the role, we do apologise that we will not be in a position to respond to all applicants. Please provide CV only, cover letters not required.

Created: 2026-03-02