Head of Finance
~~Robert Walters – Head of Finance – Permanent – Hybrid – Birmingham – £80,000 per annum~~ Our client, a rapidly growing SME, is seeking a Head of Finance to lead the finance function, implement robust processes and controls, and act as a strategic right hand to the MDs. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the financial direction of a scaling business and build a high-performing finance function from the ground up. Location: Birmingham Position: Head of Finance Full-Time Salary: £80,000 per annum Hybrid: 2 days in the office, 3 from home
Key responsibilities of the Head of Finance:
- Establish and enhance financial processes, controls, and reporting frameworks.
- Act as a strategic partner and right hand to the MDs, supporting commercial and operational decision-making.
- Oversee all core finance activities including budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close.
- Provide clear financial insight and analysis to drive business performance.
- Lead on cashflow management and long-term financial planning.
- Build and develop a small finance team as the business continues to scale.
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and oversee external audit.
- Drive continuous improvement and implement best practice across the finance function.
Key essentials of the Head of Finance:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
- Strong SME experience, ideally within a growing or scaling environment.
- Proven ability to build processes from the ground up.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to partner closely with senior leadership.
- Commercially minded with a hands-on approach.
At the Robert Walters Group, we endeavour to contact all candidates to register their details. However, due to the high number of applications we receive, if we have not reached out to you within 72 hours, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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About the job
Contract Type: Permanent
Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
Focus: CFO/Finance Director/Financial Controller
Industry: Accountancy
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 per annum
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Director
Location: Birmingham
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: CXEJIB-CE9408DE
Date posted: 30 March 2026
Consultant: Beatriz Fernandez-Conde Catala N
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