Head of Finance Architecture Business London / Hybrid

Head of Finance | B Corp Architecture Business | London / Hybrid

The Client

Harmonic is delighted to be working alongside a vibrant, values-led architecture business who work on impressive projects across the based in the commercial, residential, and hospitality sectors. They are a fast-growth business and well-known in the industry. Their turnover stands around £12 million globally with around 100 employees, which they are looking to double in the next few years. The UK office operates with a fantastic buzz like a scale-up within the wider global function, therefore it truly is an exciting time to join the team.

This business prides itself on fostering a vibrant and inclusive company culture and they place an emphasis on building a collaborative and supportive work environment. The social and friendly atmosphere contributes to a positive workplace experience, fostering creativity and teamwork across the team.

The Role

In this role, you will play a pivotal role in steering ongoing expansion of the business and strategic initiatives. You will lead the finance team and oversee the financial reporting functions of the business and be reporting into the CFO and COO of the business.

Not only does the role revolve around management of a 4 person finance team, it also involves ensuring timely preparation of all monthly financial and management reports, budgeting, forecasting, and preparation of insightful financial commentary for discussion among the leadership team.

Responsibilities

• To ensure monthly financial management reports are prepared on time
• Conduct in-depth analysis of monthly accruals against budgets, forecasts
• Prepare commentary for senior leadership discussions around company finances
• Develop annual budget, forecasts, and oversee the bi-annual budget review process
• Oversee and manage the preparation of annual group statutory financial statements and supervise the year-end audit
• Ensure the completion of HRMC tax reporting requirements, PAYE and payroll
• Business partnering with support functions
• Drive improvement of the financial processes and systems utilized within the business
• Support the CFO/COO with financial integration processes during M&A
• Managing direct reports and wider finance team
• Managing multiple studios, ensuring budgets and forecasts are precise

What we need to see

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Experience in an Architecture business
• Strong background within a Finance Manager or Financial Controller role with a project-based business model
• Good knowledge and understanding of Rapport3 and CMAP is preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively with non-financial stakeholders

What we'd like to see

• Experience in an SME
• Previous team management experience

Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 + bonus + benefits

Start date: Up to 3 months notice

Location: London / Manchester / Oxford and Hybrid

At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.

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At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.