Head of Finance Scaling Multi-Site Group London

Head of Finance Scaling Multi-Site Group London

The Client

Harmonic are delighted to be partnering with an ambitious, multi-site consumer business on the search for a Head of Finance. The group operates a growing portfolio of sites supported by a centralised head office.

Growth is coming through both new site openings and acquisitions, as part of a clear buy-and-build strategy. Further deals are in the pipeline, and the business plans to raise additional investment to grow faster. Finance is central to that next phase.

The Role

Reporting to the founders, you will own the group's financial picture, with external accountants supporting on payroll and management accounts. The focus is on cash, forecasting, shareholder reporting, investor modelling and acquisitions, and this is a role that is both hands-on and strategic.

You will be the person the founders and shareholders rely on for accurate numbers and clear insight, presenting monthly to shareholders and leading the finance work on every acquisition. As the group grows, there is a clear path to Finance Director and CFO.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the group cash flow forecast with complete accuracy, keeping a close weekly and daily view of cash
• Prepare and present monthly reporting to shareholders, with clear commentary and recommendations
• Build and maintain the group financial model, along with investor-ready models and decks for future fundraises
• Lead financial due diligence on acquisition targets, including valuation and spotting risks before deals complete
• Integrate acquired businesses and new sites into group reporting, with clear performance by site
• Manage the external accountants on management accounts and payroll, raising the standard of output
• Strengthen financial controls and processes across a centralised head office supporting multiple sites
• Partner with the founders on budgets, commercial decisions and growth plans

Essential Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Finance leadership in a multi-site business with a centralised head office
• Buy-and-build or acquisition experience, including financial due diligence and valuing businesses
• Strong financial modelling and cash flow forecasting, with real attention to detail
• Experience reporting and presenting to shareholders, investors or a board

Desirable Experience

• Background in leisure, hospitality, retail or other consumer-facing multi-site businesses
• Experience supporting a fundraise
• Experience in a founder-led, investor-backed business

Package

Salary: £90,000 - £110,000

Location: London

Start Date: Flexible, notice periods considered

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.