Back to Job Search

Interim Head of Financial Operations

About the role

We are delighted to be working with a leading insurance company who is offering an exciting opportunity for an Interim Head of Financial Operations.

The role will be based in London and will involve hybrid working (minimum 8 days a month in the office).

Salary: £90,000 - £115,000 Per Annum

As well as a range of other benefits:

  • Healthcare Cash Plan & Private Health Insurance options

  • Car Insurance and Phone Contract Discounts

  • Bonus Scheme

  • Buy/Sell 5 days Holiday

  • Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay

  • £250 towards driving lessons for yourself, your spouse, and dependents

  • Virtual 24/7 GP Service

  • Wagestream for Financial Flexibility

  • Internal growth and advancement opportunities

The role:

Reporting to the UK Finance Director, you will be accountable for the overall delivery of timely, accurate and insightful financial information to the UK FD and the wider finance community.

Key responsibilities:

  • Regular operational accounting for all UK business units

  • Responsible for balance sheet reconciliations and effective controls

  • Responsible for the smooth and timely running of the AP (accounts payable), AR (accounts receivable) for all UK businesses and transactional banking activities

  • Oversee the Group Treasury Controller, with responsibility for the UK and European Group’s banking arrangements and liquidity

  • Monitor and plan the UK company banking and liquidity arrangements, including regular cash flow forecasts and the smooth operations of payment authorisations across the UK senior management team

About you:

  • Qualified accountant with substantial post-qualification experience

  • Leadership of an operational finance function within a financial services or similar regulated business

  • Experience in growing and developing finance professionals to their maximum potential and maintaining a consistent level of performance across multiple teams

  • Experience running effective AP or AR functional teams

If you’d like to find out more, send across your CV and a member of our team will be in touch!

Similar Jobs

View All Jobs
Senior People Manager
Newcastle upon Tyne£55,000Permanent

We are excited to be recruiting a Senior People Manager for a well-established Tech Business with offices in Newcastle and globally recognised as a top 100 place to work. They are looking for a sup...

Finance Director
Newcastle upon Tyne£100,000Permanent

A rapidly growing service‑based organisation is seeking a highly capable Financial Director to take full ownership of the finance function during a period of transformation and operational expansio...

Head of HR
Gateshead£40,000Permanent

A new opportunity has arisen for a strategic HR leader who thrives on shaping workplace culture and driving operational excellence. We are partnering with a growing, values-driven organisation base...

First Response Advisor - Romanian Speaking
Newcastle upon Tyne£22,250Permanent

Romanian and English Speaking First Response Advisor Location: Newcastle City Centre Salary: £22,250 per annum Contract: Full-time, Permanent About the Role We are seeking a First Response Advisor ...

HDR Paralegal
Newcastle upon Tyne£22,250Permanent

Our client is recognised by the Legal 500 and with nearly 30 years’ experience, and regarded as one of the top specialised Law Firms in the UK They have an exciting new opportunity to join them as ...

Network and Systems Administrator
Bridge of WeirPermanent

Network & Systems Administrator Location: Glasgow Job Type: Permanent We’re working with a well-established and esteemed business looking to hire a Network & Systems Administrator to join their gro...

PI Team
Bristol£80,000Permanent

Professional Indemnity Executive Department: Commercial Insurance Reports To: Head of Professional Risks / Account Director Location: Bristol and Birmingham Employment Type: Full-time/ Hybrid Job P...

Account Handler Colindale
London£35,000Permanent

Account Handler - Colindale Position Profile As an Account Handler, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional service to clients by managing their insurance portfolios and supporting the t...

HNW Team Leader
£55,000Permanent

The High Net Worth (HNW) Team Leader is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational management, and commercial performance of the HNW Insurance team. The role ensures the delivery of exce...

Treaty/Facultative Reinsurance Broker/ Executive
London£80,000Permanent

Job Title: Treaty/Facultative Reinsurance Broker/Executive Location: London, UK Employment Type: Full-time Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Treaty/Facultative Reinsurance Broker/Executi...

Account Executive UK
United Kingdom£85,000Permanent

Account Executive- Whole UK Known for expert advice, strong customer relationships, and a commitment to developing our people. We offer a dynamic, supportive environment with clear career progressi...

Account Executive South
£75,000Permanent

Account Executive- £45k to £75k (DOE) The opportunity We have a brand-new opportunity for an experienced Account Executive to join our thriving broker team based in the South in a rapidly growing c...