• 16/04/26
• North West, Manchester
• £75k - 100k per year + benefits
• Permanent
• Senior IT Appointments
• Full time

Head of Finance

Fixed‑Term Contract (12 months+ | Maternity Cover | Remote (UK)

We are seeking a highly experienced, hands‑on Head of Finance to join a private‑equity‑backed organisation on a 12-month fixed‑term contract.

This is a senior role with a strong emphasis on audit delivery, financial statements, systems ownership, monitoring and reporting within a fast‑growing, multi‑entity environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the year‑end audit process, acting as primary contact for external auditors
• Own the preparation and review of statutory financial statements
• Deliver high‑quality monthly and annual management reporting, including group inputs
• Maintain strong financial controls, balance sheet integrity, and reconciliations

• Support group consolidation, intercompany accounting, and recharges
• Provide financial oversight across multiple legal entities

• Full ownership of finance systems and access controls
• Act as internal system expert for Sage Intacct (including troubleshooting, data integrity, and enhancements)

• Oversee cash management, cashflow forecasting, and banking activity
• Review and authorise payment runs
• Maintain strong oversight of controls, reporting timetables, and deadlines

• Line management of a small finance team
• Provide hands‑on technical support across audit, reporting, and systems
• Ensure continuity and stability during the maternity cover period

Essential Experience

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience
• Strong audit delivery and financial statement preparation background
• Demonstrable experience in monitoring, reporting, and financial control
• Hands‑on finance systems management, ideally Sage Intacct
• Experience in SME, group, or private‑equity‑backed businesses

• Exposure to insurance or underwriting environments
• Group consolidation experience