Interim Head of Finance

Your new company
This is a rare opportunity to join a highly recognisable, fast-paced consumer-facing business with a global footprint. Operating at the heart of a dynamic and creative sector, the organisation delivers high-profile projects and experiences that engage millions of customers worldwide.
As the business continues to evolve, they are seeking an experienced finance leader to join on an initial 6-month contract, taking ownership of a talented finance team while partnering closely with senior commercial stakeholders. This is a business where finance has a genuine seat at the table, offering the chance to influence decisions, improve processes, and make a visible impact from day one.

Your new role
Reporting into senior leadership, you will lead a team of qualified and part-qualified finance professionals whilst acting as a trusted business partner across a range of commercial and operational functions.
Responsibilities will include:

Leading the month-end close and financial reporting process
Managing forecasting, budgeting and commercial performance analysis
Partnering with senior stakeholders to support strategic decision-making
Driving financial controls, reconciliations and process improvements
Supporting business planning, modelling and commercial evaluations
Leading and developing a high-performing finance team
Working across multiple projects, ensuring accurate reporting and insightful analysis
Supporting tax, compliance and governance requirements

This role would particularly suit someone from a media, entertainment, events, advertising or wider creative industry background looking for an opportunity to broaden their leadership responsibilities and gain exposure to a high-profile, commercially focused organisation.

What you'll need to succeed

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified
Experience operating at Head of Finance, Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager level
Strong team leadership and people management experience
Proven ability to business partner with senior non-finance stakeholders
A commercial mindset with the ability to influence decision-making
Excellent month-end, reporting and financial control experience
Strong forecasting, budgeting and analytical skills
Advanced Excel and finance systems knowledge
A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment

What you'll get in return

Opportunity to join a recognised and highly respected brand
Visible and impactful leadership role
Exposure to senior executives and key strategic decisions
Chance to lead and develop an established finance team
Fast-paced, commercially focused environment
6-month contract with the opportunity to leave a lasting legacy

If you're a qualified finance leader from a media, creative, entertainment or consumer-focused background looking for your next impactful interim assignment, we'd love to hear from you.

What you need to do now

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