Ocean Technologies Group

Head of Finance

Ocean Technologies Group

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: London • United Kingdom

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Lead the management accounting process across the group, Managing the team of management accountants
  • Redefining roles and responsibilities
  • Collaborating with central finance team to evolve our ongoing operating model
  • Responsible for group P&L control with commentary
  • Supporting group and local audits
  • Strong management experience including reorganising processes.
  • Identify and implement improvements in financial processes and systems to improve accuracy and efficiency.
  • Work with internal stakeholders to provide financial insights and support business initiatives

Requirements

  • Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience
  • Proven experience leading a management accounting / month-end reporting function within a multi-entity or group structure
  • Demonstrated team leadership experience, including restructuring teams, redefining roles, and improving performance standards
  • Strong ownership of group P&L reporting, with the ability to provide clear, commercially focused commentary and insight
  • Experience supporting external audits and managing relationships with auditors
  • Track record of process redesign and continuous improvement, driving greater accuracy, efficiency, and control
  • Experience operating within (or helping to evolve) a target operating model in collaboration with central or group finance functions
  • Strong financial systems capability, with experience improving reporting processes and controls
  • Ability to translate financial data into meaningful insights to support operational and strategic decision-making
  • Confident stakeholder engagement skills, with experience partnering with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
Benefits
  • **Private Medical Insurance: **Private Medical Insurance: Comprehensive medical insurance, 24/7 GP helpline, and perks like cinema nights , coffee treats , Apple watch offers , fitness discounts , and spa indulgences.
  • **BUPA's Cashback: **BUPA's Cashback: Get cashback on dental , eyewear , physio , and enjoy thorough BUPA health assessments to keep you in prime sailing condition.
  • **Employee Assistance Programme ** – from confidential counselling to financial and legal guidance.
  • **Aviva Pensions: ** Matching pension contribution up to 5%
  • **Life Assurance**:Secure 4x your base salary.
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Hard Skills & Tools
management accountingmonth-end reportingP&L reportingfinancial processesfinancial systemsprocess redesigncontinuous improvementfinancial data analysisauditingreporting processes
Soft Skills
team leadershipstakeholder engagementcollaborationcommunicationperformance improvementownershipinsight generationorganizational skillsstrategic decision-makingrelationship management
Certifications
ACAACCACIMA