Average Finance Director salary in London

Are you a commercially focused Finance Director looking for your next challenge or perhaps a Finance Controller frustrated at your current employer with a limited chance of progression or development? We're working with an established privately owned business with the recruitment of a Finance Director. In a visible role, you'll lead a small finance team playing a key role as the business continues to consolidate and further build on its success. Although the finance team is there to support you, you'll be as comfortable in a hands-on role as you would be at the board table adept in all things strategic planning, operation & process management and financial analysis with a passion for developing innovative financial models, systems, and KPI metrics. Whether you're looking for your next director role or that step up in your career, you'll be able to demonstrate a broad range of experience gained within the hospitality or travel sectors at the luxury end of the market. Your experience will be supported by a professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA). In terms of working pattern, a blended remote/hybrid approach is on offer as there are several offices where on ooccasion, you'll be required to have a presence. Most likely you'll be based a reasonable commute into West London or via close links to M3 or M4. Please view the advertised salary as a guide with your expectations discussed on a successful application. The application deadline is set for midday Monday 31st March 2025. Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only, and was set by the agency. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of their diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.

We are working with our client a leading e-commerce Corporate Services Group experiencing 20% YOY growth. They are currently seeking a commercially-minded Finance Director to join their growing team. This role offers an attractive salary range of £110,000-£120,000 and is based in the heart of central London in The key remits to this Finance Director role will include; Control the finance function of the group of companiesEstablish company-wide financial objectives and develop budgetsBe fully responsible for financial reporting, management accounts, budgets, cashflow forecasts and controls.Prepare management accounts on a monthly basis with cost analysisEngage with department heads to understand cost-base and implement cost-reduction processLiaise with advisory accountants for tax optimisationEnsure smooth operation of the Finance department alongside 2 finance assistants. They successful candidate will have; Professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or similar qualification with relevant experienceMinimum of 4-5 years experience in a finance leadership role overseeing a finance function.Proficiency in Xero and Excel; experience with other accounting systems preferredExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detail, time management, multitasking, and prioritisation skills If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, the role will pay £110,000-£120,000 + wider benefits including private medical. The role will be 5 days office based in central London with working hours 9-5.30. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Role: Finance & Operations Director Sector:Education - Private Permanent: Full Time Hybrid: 3 days in the office Salary: Up to £80,000 DOE Location: London Ref: VisionFR3071 VisionFR is delighted to be working with an outstanding Educational Consultancy and Home- Schooling Business - appox. 20 people - to find them a Finance & Operations Director who will be an integral part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). They will be responsible for the delivery of the finance function (with support from two Finance Assistants) whilst also business partnering with the SLT to provide forward thinking strategic & commercial advice. They will have strong communication skills and be able to offer sound financial advice and direction across all departments working with the Board , the consultants and Tutors to build their commercial/finance acumen. The candidate will be a bright and dynamic individual who will themselves have a strong academic History to include a good degree from a Russell Group University and have experience of liaising with high-net-worth individuals. The Candidate should also have a good understanding of working with the Operations Delivery team as this could develop as part of the role. Ideally the candidate will also have a passion for education and have great communication skills. The duties of the Finance & Operations Director will include but not be limited to: Management and Year-End accounts Monthly reporting pack including P&L plus variance analysis Client/project profitability Team/resource metrics & KPIs e.g. utilisation & fees per head Year-end accounts including Accounts preparation and analysis Audit management Evolving the Management Information contentEnsuring appropriate accounting and management information systems are in place Budgeting & Forecasting Departmental and company wideAnnual budgets and monthly/quarterly reforecastsP&L, revenues & cashflowEnsure cash collection policies are in place to ensure cash is maximised within the business. Client and Suppliers Liaise with ClientsLiaise and negotiate on Contracts with SuppliersEnsure the company is run as commercially as possible Team Working Partner with Heads of Department to help delivery of objectivesPartner with Business Development team on new business targets and trackingLead Finance Team to ensure delivery, performance management and mentoring Operations Support on managing the Office managerSupport With Steering the operations Board Create long term business and financial strategyPresenting monthly results to boardBusiness partner with the ownerEnsure the board are supported with accurate and timely financial & Commercial Information VisionFR is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, inclusion and eliminating unlawful discrimination within our workforce and whilst fulfilling our Client’s recruitment needs. Due to the high level of applications being received if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion, usually due to other candidates having more relevant sector exposure, qualifications or required skills. We thank you for your interest.