"I was very impressed by the efficient manner in which Visionfr approached our brief. Upon providing clear direction on our requirements, the VisionFR team was able to consult with us to refine that brief before vetting and then delivering to us a great caliber of candidates at lightning speed from which to interview. I found the process seamless and swift."

David Shiell MD/Founder
Web Liquid Group

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Head of Finance – Salary up to £80,000 DoE – VFR3102

Role: Head of Finance

Sector: Branding Agency

Location: London (City)

Permanent: Hybrid

Salary: £70,000 £80,000 DOE

Ref: VFR3102

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VisionFR is seeking a Head of Finance for a fast growing, research & branding agency working globally for a blue-chip client portfolio. Great people, great culture and a fabulous opportunity to join the company as its first Finance Manager, reporting into the board.

Role of the Head of Finance

  • Be the lead person for all day to day financial activities across the business.
  • Financial planning and forecasting.
  • Support senior management, by providing quality financial information and advice to aid good decision making and the success of the business.
  • Maintain the day to day accounting system and records,
  • Manage the reporting and financial procedures/controls to ensure good business performance, profitability, and growth.
  • Record and control invoicing, cash collection, cash payments, the monthly payroll, manage bank balances and reconciliations.
  • Payments and relationships associated with VAT, PAYE, HMRC
  • Plan and manage costs associated with office facilities.
  • Improve systems and processes to enhance efficiency across the company.
  • Work with the client facing team to improve and develop commerciality, supporting new business proposals and monitoring project financial performance.
  • Liaise with external accountants and tax advisors.
  • Support the business, from a commercial perspective, on other operational matters including property, IT & HR.

Attributes

  • Preferably qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent, with ambition to develop as the business grows.
  • Proven financial skills in a similar type of agency role.
  • Experience managing finances with international customers & suppliers
  • Commercially minded, interested in business not just accounting.
  • Responsible, organised, efficient, attention to detail.
  • Able to interpret information and provide insightful commentary.
  • Good communicator, engaging, energetic, down to earth.
  • Able to influence decision makers, assertive but personable style.
  • Interest in our work and the type of clients we work with.
  • Good capability in the use of Xero and Excel experienced in developing and introducing new systems with business growth and increased sophistication.

Due to the high level of applications being received if you do not hear from us within 5 working days please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion, usually due to other candidates having more relevant sector exposure, qualifications or required skills. We thank you for your interest.

VisionFR is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce and recruitment and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

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