Interim Head of Finance
- London
- Contract
- Full-time
Hybrid: Central London (3 days per week)The Role:A growing multi-site property and hospitality group is seeking an interim Head of Finance to provide short-term cover and strengthen the finance function during a key period of transition. The role will be hands-on, focused on stabilising operations, and ensuring robust financial control across the group.Key Responsibilities:Financial Management & Control
- Lead day-to-day finance operations, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
- Manage AP, VAT, balance sheet reconciliations, and cashflow oversight.
- Support pre-opening financial costings for new sites and projects.
- Oversee production of P&L, balance sheet, and cashflow reports across multiple business units.
- Review and improve controls, processes, and reporting accuracy.
- Provide financial oversight and guidance to senior leadership.
- Partner with operations and development teams to ensure strong financial governance.
- Maintain banking covenant and audit compliance.
- Support and guide the finance team in resolving legacy AP and VAT issues.
- Ensure adequate cover and continuity across the department.
- A delivery-focused role: stabilising and improving processes rather than driving long-term strategy.
- ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified accountant (or equivalent).
- Background in hospitality, or multi-site businesses is essential.
- Strong experience working in multi-site, multi-entity environments.
- Hands-on and detail-focused, capable of resolving legacy issues.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, change-driven environment.