Head of Financial Accounting (12-month FTC)

The Organisation A globally recognised membership organisation is seeking an experienced finance leader to support its continued international growth. This is a revenue-generating organisation. With annual income exceeding £50 million and a significant proportion of income generated overseas, the organisation operates in a complex international environment and is committed to maintaining strong financial governance, compliance and reporting standards across multiple jurisdictions. The Role An opportunity has arisen for a Head of Financial Accounting to join the organisation on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this role leads one of the organisation''s core finance functions and works closely with senior finance colleagues across financial planning, analysis and transactional finance. The successful candidate will manage a team of seven, including three direct reports. Key responsibilities include: Leading the monthly financial close process. Preparing statutory accounts and managing the year-end audit. Ensuring UK and international tax compliance through engagement with external advisers. Maintaining robust financial controls and governance frameworks. Supporting senior leadership with high-quality financial reporting and insight. Key project work during the contract will include: Establishing new international branches, subsidiaries and tax registrations, and transitioning these into ongoing compliance ..... full job details .....