Full job description Head of Finance - Financial Control & FP&A | Longfield / Hybrid | £70k - £75k DOE
The Opportunity
We are partnering with a dynamic, purpose-driven, multi-site organisation operating within the leisure and consumer services sector. With a growing footprint and a strong focus on delivering high-quality customer experiences, the business is entering an exciting phase of development and investment.
As part of this growth, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Finance - Financial Control & FP&A to lead a broad and high-impact finance function. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial & IT Officer, this is a key leadership role combining robust financial control with forward-looking commercial insight and business partnering.
This is a hands-on position, ideal for a technically strong and commercially aware finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys influencing decision-making across a diverse, operational business.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Control & Reporting
*Own and deliver accurate, timely and insightful monthly management accounts
*Maintain strong financial controls across all areas including revenue, cost base, payroll, and balance sheet
*Lead the year-end audit process and act as the primary point of contact for external auditors
*Oversee statutory reporting and ensure full compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
*Drive continuous improvement of financial controls, processes, and reporting quality
FP&A & Commercial Insight
*Lead annual budgeting and reforecasting processes
*Develop robust cash flow forecasting, financial modelling, and scenario planning
*Provide clear and actionable analysis on performance, highlighting risks and opportunities
*Support long-term planning, investment decisions, and business cases
*Enhance KPI reporting and build forward-looking performance insights
Business Partnering
*Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and operational teams across multiple sites
*Translate financial data into meaningful insights for non-finance stakeholders
*Challenge and support decision-making to improve commercial performance
*Partner on capex proposals, commercial initiatives, and investment appraisals
Leadership & Continuous Improvement
*Lead, develop, and inspire the finance team, fostering a high-performance culture
*Drive improvements in systems, reporting automation, and data quality
*Champion best practice across finance processes and governance
*Build strong cross-functional relationships across the organisation
Candidate Profile
We are seeking a well-rounded finance leader who combines technical excellence with strong commercial acumen and stakeholder engagement skills.
Essential:
*Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
*Significant experience across financial control, management reporting, FP&A, and business partnering
*Strong technical accounting expertise including audit, statutory reporting, and balance sheet management
*Demonstrable experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and performance analysis
*Proven ability to partner with senior stakeholders in a multi-site or operational environment
*Experience leading and developing finance teams
Key Skills & Attributes:
*Highly commercial mindset with the ability to link financial insight to business performance
*Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
*Confident communicator with the ability to influence and challenge at senior levels
*Hands-on, pragmatic, and adaptable in a fast-moving environment
*High integrity with a strong focus on governance and control
*Ability to simplify complex financial information into clear, actionable insight
What’s on Offer
*Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
*Hybrid working
*A broad and impactful leadership role within a growing, multi-site organisation
*Opportunity to shape and enhance finance processes, systems, and commercial insights
*High visibility role working closely with senior leadership and influencing strategic decision-making
*A collaborative, values-driven culture with a strong sense of purpose
*Exposure to a diverse operational business with ongoing investment and growth