Head of Finance

Head of Finance

The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the bank’s financial future and contributing to its overall strategy.

Day-to-Day of the Role:

• Implement and execute the bank’s financial strategy, aligning with corporate goals and providing key insights to support strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with the executive team to enhance business growth and profitability, managing the bank’s capital and financial risk profile.
• Lead the development of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and long-term plans, conducting in-depth financial reviews and analyses.
• Ensure adherence to UK banking regulations, delivering precise financial reports to regulatory bodies.
• Manage daily financial operations, enforce robust internal controls, and oversee the bank’s financial position.
• Work closely with the Risk department to identify and mitigate financial risks, upholding stringent risk governance frameworks.
• Communicate the bank’s financial status and projections to senior management and external stakeholders.
• Cultivate a high-performing finance team, promoting a culture of responsibility, innovation, and teamwork.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CFA) or equivalent.
• Advanced degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 10-15 years’ experience in senior finance roles within the banking or financial services industry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UK financial regulations, IFRS, and other pertinent financial standards.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial strategy, planning, and analysis within a regulated framework.
• Proficient in financial modelling, analysis, and risk management.
• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities, capable of influencing at the highest levels.
• In-depth understanding of capital markets, liquidity management, and financial instruments.
• Unwavering commitment to integrity, ethics, and professionalism.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic vision to translate overarching goals into actionable financial strategies.
• Analytical prowess to dissect complex financial data and inform decision-making.
• Influential communication skills to effectively engage with internal and external parties.
• Adaptability to excel in a dynamic, regulated banking environment.
• Profound risk awareness with a focus on stringent financial risk management.

Work Environment:

• This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, including risk, operations, legal, and compliance departments.

To apply for the Head of Finance position with our esteemed banking client, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and your motivation for applying to this pivotal role.