Head of Finance Operations

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We are keen to recruit a Head of Finance Operations (reporting to our Chief Finance Officer) in a key role within our growing business. The role is a UK-based remote role with travel required.

To lead the finance operations function for the Financial Services Division, ensuring robust financial control, statutory and management reporting, regulatory compliance, and effective cash and balance sheet management. The role provides high‑quality financial information, governance, and operational insight to support decision‑making, regulatory obligations, and sustainable business performance.

• Lead the preparation of statutory financial statements and annual reports for submission to Companies House.
• Determine and maintain appropriate accounting policies and ensure correct accounting treatments are applied.
• Monitor and interpret changes in accounting standards, regulatory requirements and company law.
• Oversee preparation of tax computations and returns, liaising with external advisers as required.
• Ensure all tax, VAT and statutory reporting deadlines are met.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure reconciliations across all finance and operational systems.

• Oversee the production of accurate and timely management accounts and information.
• Partner with departmental heads to support cost control, performance management and decision‑making.

• Ensure accurate and timely submission of all required FCA and PRA regulatory reports.
• Contribute to the annual budget, medium‑term planning and five‑year financial plans.
• Support stress testing activities and maintain appropriate capital and liquidity buffers.

• Establish and maintain a strong financial control environment, including documented policies, procedures and controls.
• Ensure appropriate segregation of duties and governance, escalating reviews and approvals to the CFO where required.
• Oversee operational banking arrangements, including opening and management of bank accounts.
• Manage cash flow, payments, purchase ledger, supplier setup and payroll oversight.
• Administer finance systems, access controls and user permissions.

• Lead and manage the finance operations team, ensuring delivery against deadlines and service standards.
• Recruit, develop and appraise finance team members.
• Act as the primary contact for external auditors and key finance service providers.
• Work closely with Operations, Risk, Compliance, IT, Sales and Group Finance to ensure effective end‑to‑end processes.

• Drive continuous improvement in finance systems, processes and controls.
• Champion the use of finance technology and data to improve insight, efficiency and value‑add.
• Support integration of data, automation and emerging technologies where appropriate.

• Professionally qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong background in financial control, statutory reporting and finance operations within financial services.
• Solid understanding of FCA regulatory and financial governance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills. Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Minimum 8‑10 years’ experience in senior finance roles, with significant experience in financial control and operations.
• Proven experience managing audits, statutory accounts and regulatory reporting.
• Ability to communicate complex financial matters clearly to senior stakeholders.
• Experience leading and developing finance teams.

Salary package circa £90,000 – £120,000 DOE negotiable.

Benefits include enhanced pension, healthcare and share incentives where available.

If you are interested in applying, please forward your CV with a covering letter in confidence to  as part of our in‑house recruitment function here at PRIMIS / LSL.

We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all abilities and backgrounds, and we do not discriminate based on disability or individual needs. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.