Interim Head of Finance

Description

Are you comfortable owning year-end, treasury and group reporting end to end? Can you lead a finance function while keeping the operational wheels turning? Do you bring calm, credibility and structure during periods of pressure and change?

A small to medium-sized Housing provider in London is seeking an Interim Head of Finance & Treasury to take full responsibility for financial reporting, treasury, budgeting and operational finance leadership across a group structure. This is a senior, hands-on role requiring someone who can combine technical strength with leadership presence. You'll oversee statutory and management reporting, lead the year-end audit, manage lender and grant relationships, and ensure the finance function continues to support the organisation effectively.

Key responsibilities include:

Producing the annual statutory financial statements for multiple group entities.Leading and managing the year-end audit process.Producing monthly management accounts and consolidated reporting for the Group.Delivering the annual budget and quarterly forecasts across all entities.Ensuring all statutory, regulatory and financial returns are completed accurately and on time (including tax, VAT, grant and statistical returns).Leading all treasury activity, including cashflow management, lender relationships, and review of treasury policies and procedures.Overseeing the business partnering approach and ensuring finance provides a high-quality service to the wider organisation.Leading, developing and appraising the finance team, embedding a culture of service, accountability and excellence. This is a high-impact interim assignment offering exposure to the full breadth of finance leadership within a Housing organisation. You'll be trusted to run the function, maintain strong external relationships, and provide stability and assurance at a senior level. For an experienced housing finance leader, this is a chance to make a visible difference quickly. The role is based in the London office twice per week, offering a flexible hybrid pattern.

To be considered, please meet these criteria:

Fully qualified accountant with proven experience in a senior finance leadership role with operational delivery responsibility.Strong technical finance expertise, including statutory accounts, management reporting, budgeting and treasury.Demonstrable experience managing and influencing senior stakeholders across multiple disciplines.Confident leader with the ability to manage upwards and sideways as well as direct reports.Background within Housing, care, not-for-profit or a similarly regulated environment is highly desirable. This is a 6-month interim opportunity with an immediate start. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early interest is strongly encouraged.

Ad ID: 5417776349