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Interim Head of Finance

Interim Head of Finance

Hays Senior Finance • London, England
26 days ago
Salary
£400.00 daily
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Temporary
Job description

Interim Head of Finance

Employer Location London, England Salary - per day + c. £450 / day (Inside IR35) Closing date 11 Aug 2026 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band , Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.

Job Details

Your new company
This is a rare opportunity to join a highly recognisable, fast-paced consumer-facing business with a global footprint. Operating at the heart of a dynamic and creative sector, the organisation delivers high-profile projects and experiences that engage millions of customers worldwide.
As the business continues to evolve, they are seeking an experienced finance leader to join on an initial 6-month contract, taking ownership of a talented finance team while partnering closely with senior commercial stakeholders. This is a business where finance has a genuine seat at the table, offering the chance to influence decisions, improve processes, and make a visible impact from day one.



Your new role
Reporting into senior leadership, you will lead a team of qualified and part-qualified finance professionals whilst acting as a trusted business partner across a range of commercial and operational functions.
Responsibilities will include:

  • Leading the month-end close and financial reporting process
  • Managing forecasting, budgeting and commercial performance analysis
  • Partnering with senior stakeholders to support strategic decision-making
  • Driving financial controls, reconciliations and process improvements
  • Supporting business planning, modelling and commercial evaluations
  • Leading and developing a high-performing finance team
  • Working across multiple projects, ensuring accurate reporting and insightful analysis
  • Supporting tax, compliance and governance requirements

    This role would particularly suit someone from a media, entertainment, events, advertising or wider creative industry background looking for an opportunity to broaden their leadership responsibilities and gain exposure to a high-profile, commercially focused organisation.



What you'll need to succeed

  • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified
  • Experience operating at Head of Finance, Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager level
  • Strong team leadership and people management experience
  • Proven ability to business partner with senior non-finance stakeholders
  • A commercial mindset with the ability to influence decision-making
  • Excellent month-end, reporting and financial control experience
  • Strong forecasting, budgeting and analytical skills
  • Advanced Excel and finance systems knowledge
  • A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment



What you'll get in return

  • Opportunity to join a recognised and highly respected brand
  • Visible and impactful leadership role
  • Exposure to senior executives and key strategic decisions
  • Chance to lead and develop an established finance team
  • Fast-paced, commercially focused environment
  • 6-month contract with the opportunity to leave a lasting legacy

    If you're a qualified finance leader from a media, creative, entertainment or consumer-focused background looking for your next impactful interim assignment, we'd love to hear from you.
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