Head of Finance

Equifind are working with a founder-led, multi-site hospitality group who are seeking an interim Head of Finance to hit-the-ground running for an initial 3-month contract with the potential opportunity to grow into a permanent role for the right person.

This is a hands-on, high-impact assignment where you'll step straight into the senior leadership team, bring clarity and structure to a scaling operation, and leave a lasting mark on the business.

What you'll own:

• Own monthly management accounts, board packs and the full reporting cycle
• Cashflow, treasury and working capital visibility
• Oversight of payroll, VAT, PAYE and statutory compliance across the group
• Annual budget, forecasting and new site financial modelling
• Lead and develop a small, capable finance team
• Produce board packs to support strategic decision making

About You:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Proven multi-site experience (hospitality or retail highly advantageous)
• Comfortable hitting the ground running in fast-paced, founder-led environments
• Sharp commercial instincts and confident senior stakeholder presence
• Advanced Excel; comfortable with AI tools and modern finance systems
• Available to start immediately

Salary & Benefits

• Day rate £500-£600 per day (Inside IR35)
• 4 days in office plus office perks
• Initial 3 month contract, with the potential to go permanent