Head of Finance, Central London, £90,000 – £110,000 GPA, DOE

A well-established private office is seeking an experienced Head of Finance to take ownership of financial operations across a multi-faceted portfolio of interests. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to join a small, close-knit team at senior level, with genuine scope for the role to grow alongside the office.
Reporting directly to the principals' representatives, you will take full ownership of financial control, reporting and cash management, working closely with external advisors and internal stakeholders to ensure the smooth running of the office's finances.
The Role

  • Oversee all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and reporting

  • Prepare regular management accounts and variance analysis across multiple areas of activity

  • Monitor and control expenditure, ensuring accuracy and strong financial discipline throughout

  • Maintain robust internal controls and oversee reconciliation of accounts

  • Liaise with external accountants, auditors and financial institutions as required

  • Provide financial insight and guidance to support decision-making at a senior level

  • Act as a trusted point of contact for financial matters, handling sensitive queries with discretion and professionalism

  • Review and improve financial systems and processes to increase efficiency and accuracy

  • Ensure compliance with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements

Requirements

  • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or qualified by experience

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar senior finance role

  • Strong background in financial control, reporting and cash management

  • Excellent working knowledge of Excel; experience with modern accounting software

  • Highly discreet, with the ability to manage sensitive financial information professionally

  • Commercially minded, highly organised and results-driven

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

  • Comfortable managing competing priorities across multiple areas of responsibility

Schedule: Full time, permanent, Monday to Friday, core business hours, Central London based
Salary: £90,000 – £110,000 GPA, DOE (flexibility for an exceptional candidate) + Bonus + Benefits
Start: ASAP
To apply, please send your CV to cv@silverandbow.com
Job ref: SB2524

Nick Dawson