Head of Finance - PART TIME

London Permanent £80,000 - £110,000 per year View Job Description
This role will lead financial operations, support the executive team on an ad hoc project basis and in guiding company strategy, and support future fundraising. This role is based in London and is ideal for a finance professional looking to make a significant impact in a part-time capacity.
  • High Growth London Beauty Brand Incubator!
  • Flexible Part Time / Fractional schedule!

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a small company operating in the Beauty sector globally.

Job Description

    • Manage debtors and oversee cash flow.
    • Ensure accurate product costing to support pricing decisions.
    • Support management with pricing analysis.
    • Produce monthly KPI reports.
    • Prepare stock sheets, accruals, and prepayment schedules for month‑end.
    • Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date inventory systems, including third‑party stock.
    • Oversee invoice finance and inventory facility reporting.
    • Handle licensor royalty reporting.
    • Complete and file VAT returns.
    • Manage payroll.
    • Maintain systems that deliver timely, clear management reports.
    • Recommend actions to improve profitability.
    • Update insurers on required coverage changes.
    • Liaise with head office and external advisors as needed.



The Successful Applicant

A successful Head of Finance - Part Time should have:

  • Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, or ACA).
  • Strong experience in financial management within the retail / consumer industry.
  • Prior experience working in a fractional or part time role
  • Experience working in a small company hands on environment
  • Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with stakeholders.
  • Highly proficient in Excel, experience with Xero

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from £80,000 to £110,000 full time equivalent (will be pro-rata for part time)
  • Standard benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work with a high growth Beauty SME
  • Part-time permanent position based in London.
  • Chance to make a significant impact within the organisation's financial operations.



This is an exciting flexible opportunity for a fractional finance leader to join a small business in London!

Contact
Isabelle Hansen
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6949555
Phone number
+442072691731

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Controller
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Isabelle Hansen
Consultant phone
+442072691731
Job reference
JN-022026-6949555