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Head of Finance

Central London

Post Date, 27/11/2024

Salary: 70000-80000 per annum

Permanent

Harper May is collaborating with a prestigious banking group renowned for its innovative financial services and commitment to excellence. With a focus on governance, value creation, and client-centric operations, this organisation has solidified its standing as a leader in the banking industry. They are seeking an experienced Head of Finance to lead their financial management and strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and deliver the financial strategy to support strategic planning, optimise capital allocation, and guide investment decisions.
  • Lead and manage the finance team, ensuring high performance, career development, and adherence to best practices.
  • Provide timely and accurate financial information and insights to the CEO, board, and senior management for effective decision-making.
  • Ensure the integrity and compliance of financial reporting, including the preparation of management accounts, statutory accounts, and regulatory reports.
  • Oversee the annual budget setting process and monitor performance against budgets to ensure resource efficiency.
  • Manage corporate tax and VAT compliance, including the accurate accounting and review of the Partial Exemption Special Method (PESM).
  • Represent the organisation at external meetings and events, fostering excellent relationships with external stakeholders.
  • Drive process improvements by reviewing and updating finance policies, procedures, and systems.
  • Provide oversight for Accounts Payable and ensure accurate and timely payment of invoices.
  • Lead and manage financial control projects and oversee the New Product Approval (NPA) process.
  • Prepare financial statements, statutory accounts, and ensure seamless collaboration with auditors for the year-end statutory audit.
  • Deliver reports to the parent organisation and ensure alignment with group requirements.
  • Analyse expenditure to ensure alignment with restricted and unrestricted income streams.
  • Provide input into key regulatory processes such as stress tests, ICAAP, ILAAP, and RRP reports.
  • Participate as a member of ALCO, contributing to asset and liability management decisions.
  • Produce briefing papers, reports, and documentation for senior managers and board committees.
  • Manage major institutional projects and provide strategic financial guidance for new initiatives.

Qualifications/Skills:

  • CIMA, CIPFA, or equivalent professional accountancy qualification (full or part).
  • Extensive experience in a finance environment at a senior management level.
  • In-depth knowledge of UK financial regulations and governance.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  • Strong analytical skills with a proven ability to manage complex financial data.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Demonstrable ability to manage workload effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Flexible and solution-focused with a positive work ethic.
  • Proven commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

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Contract Details
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Salary Type: per annum
  • Total Applications: 48
  • Last Date: 08/01/2025
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