Job Description
The Head of Finance will act as a strategic partner to the CEO and Board, leading finance, commercial decision-making and systems transformation within a fast-growing private healthcare diagnostics business. The role combines hands-on financial leadership with Board exposure, system modernisation and deputy-level responsibility in a nimble, patient-focused organisation.
Client Details
The client is a privately owned, London-based outpatient and diagnostics healthcare provider operating in a highly regulated environment, with revenues in the low double-digit millions and a compact, agile team. The business is profitable, growing and undergoing systems and process modernisation, with a strong focus on patient experience, advanced diagnostics and Board-level financial leadership.
Description
- Lead and strengthen financial controls, reporting, and governance across the organisation
- Oversee management accounts, transactional finance, consolidations, and year-end processes
- Act as a commercial partner to the CEO and senior leadership, supporting strategic decision-making
- Analyse business performance and translate financial insight into clear, actionable recommendations
- Own statutory, regulatory and external reporting, managing relationships with auditors and advisors
- Drive improvements in finance systems, processes and data quality to increase efficiency and control
- Lead, mentor and develop the finance team to build a high-performing function
- Contribute at Board level, influencing decisions and supporting business growth and investment activity
- Play an active role in business development initiatives and potential acquisitions
- Hold responsibility for data protection oversight and liaise with third-party IT providers as required
Profile
- MUST be fully qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CIPFA) with experience in healthcare or a similarly regulated, service-led environment
- Comfortable operating in a small, agile, privately owned business with limited layers and high visibility
- Strong commercial mindset, able to support strategic decision-making and challenge constructively at senior level
- Systems-savvy, with the appetite and capability to lead finance process and systems improvements
- Confident business partner to the CEO and Board, with the presence to deputise when required
- Hands-on and detail-oriented, willing to stay close to the numbers while maintaining a strategic view
- Able to engage credibly with non-finance stakeholders, including operational and clinical teams
- Pragmatic, delivery-focused and adaptable, thriving in an evolving and growth-oriented environment
- Capable of leading, mentoring and developing a small finance team (3 direct reports)
- Preferred: You come from private healthcare and have strong experience with systems implementation
Job Offer
- Competitive salary ranging from £85,000 to £95,000 per annum.
- Performance based 20% bonus
- Comprehensive standard benefits package.
- Opportunities to lead and shape financial strategies in the healthcare sector.
- Collaborative and professional work environment in London.
- Permanent role with career progression opportunities.
If you are an experienced finance professional ready to take on a leadership role, apply now to join this thriving organisation in London.
