Head of Finance

NLB Solutions are working with a Financial Services business in Hertfordshire that are looking to recruit for a new Head of Finance. The business has a number of entities and need someone that ideally but not essentially has experience of working within the Financial Services sector and dealing with all aspects of FSA/FCA reporting and managing the processes of clients’ money. The business need someone that is a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) and has experience of working with teams that they manage and senior board members to ensure compliance as required across the industry. This role will be suited for someone that has worked in a fast paced environment that is now looking for role that is more locally based with a great office experience. The business does offer an excellent work life balance as well as great offices that are close to local services and transport links. The role will need someone that has been used to supporting and managing a team of at least 10 and encouraging growth within the teams that they have managed. Duties: * Producing the monthly management accounts and provide insight on key variances * Supporting the CEO with preparing the Quarterly Forecasts and Annual Budget * Optimising cashflow by ensuring payments and collections are completed on time, maximising interest on corporate monies * Maintenance of the Fixed Asset register and update the prepayments and accruals schedules monthly * Ensuring all transaction processing (AP, AR, , Client/Customer Payments, Payroll etc) is completed on time and accurately reflected within the ledgers * Maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the ledgers by raising and posting journals * Completing reconciliations of all accounts and clear down any reconciling items swiftly * Adhering to all measures within the ISO27001 standard, ensuring Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability at all times * Working in accordance with ISO 27001, Data Protection and TCF policies and practices Person Spec: * Qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA * Experience of managing teams in an accountancy capacity * Excellent communication skills * Ability to working in regulated environments