Head of Finance

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CMC Markets is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Head of Finance to lead and manage the Finance function across the UK business. This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring robust financial management, planning, compliance, and the continued modernisation of finance operations, while acting as a trusted business partner to the Executive team.

You will play a pivotal role in supporting growth, shaping strategic decision-making, and strengthening financial governance within a complex, regulated financial services environment.

CMC Markets is seeking an experienced Head of Finance to lead and manage the Finance function across the UK business. This senior leadership role is responsible for robust financial management, planning, compliance, and modernisation of finance operations, while acting as a trusted business partner to the Executive team.

• Business Partnering & Strategy:
  Provide financial insight and recommendations to support strategic initiatives, projects, and programmes that drive growth and maximise business impact.
• Business Partnering & Strategy:
  Set, monitor, and challenge financial and non-financial performance targets across operational and strategic activities.
• Business Partnering & Strategy:
  Lead finance oversight for key projects, including new product initiatives, strategic partnerships, and M&A activity.
• Business Partnering & Strategy:
  Partner closely with senior leaders and the Executive to support business development through robust financial modelling and analysis.
• Business Partnering & Strategy:
  Build strong relationships across the Group, including with the Board and Executive Committee, ensuring Finance is central to decision-making.

• Financial Management, Risk & Control:
  Ensure strong financial management, control, and governance across the UK business.
• Financial Management, Risk & Control:
  Lead delivery of the year-end audit and half-year review, acting as the primary interface with external auditors.
• Financial Management, Risk & Control:
  Oversee the preparation of statutory accounts and support audit deliverables.
• Financial Management, Risk & Control:
  Support the Group Head of Finance on ad hoc strategic projects for the COO.
• Financial Management, Risk & Control:
  Take responsibility for procurement, vendor management, and outsourcing arrangements.
• Financial Management, Risk & Control:
  Work closely with HR, Tax, Treasury, and Prudential Regulation teams to ensure accurate payroll, tax compliance, effective treasury management, and regulatory reporting.
• Financial Management, Risk & Control:
  Lead and develop the UK Finance function across Financial Control, Technical Accounting, and FP&A.
• Financial Management, Risk & Control:
  Build, coach, and mentor a high-performing finance team, embedding best practice and continuous improvement.
• Financial Management, Risk & Control:
  Align team objectives with the wider operational and strategic goals of the business.
• Financial Management, Risk & Control:
  Support professional development and succession planning within the team.

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 10+ years post-qualified experience.
• Significant senior finance leadership experience within financial services.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge at Executive level.
• Proven track record of building and leading successful finance teams.
• Strategic, analytical, and innovative thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management capability.
• High level of personal drive, accountability, and motivation to deliver results through others.

• Play a key leadership role within a global, listed financial services organisation.
• Work closely with senior executives and influence strategic direction.
• Lead a talented finance team in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.
• Be part of a culture that values integrity, quality, and continuous improvement.

CMC Markets is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and encouraged.