If you are an experienced Head of Finance looking for a clear and fast pathway to Finance Director, this is an excellent opportunity for you. You would be joining a rapidly growing private equity backed business who are already one of the leading businesses within their field, with a strategy in place to become the dominant one within the next five years.What will the Head of Finance role involve? Lead and inspire the finance team, strengthening systems, controls and processes whilst fostering a culture of growth and improvementFull ownership of statutory reporting, audit, tax and regulatory compliance, ensuring the business maintains the highest standardsDrive the planning cycle, from budgets and forecasts through to longer-term financial strategy, through to presenting to senior stakeholders and influencing group directionFull review of monthly management accounts, KPIs and performance reports, providing analysis that shapes commercial decisionsPartner with senior leaders and the Board on pricing, growth initiatives and investment decisions, ensuring financial sustainability and value creationDeputise for the Finance Director when required, contributing at Executive level and positioning yourself as a natural successor for the top finance role Suitable Candidate for the Head of Finance role: A strong track record leading a finance team within a fast-paced environment, particularly beneficial if within a private equity backed businessA blend of strong technical accounting k