Head of Finance

We are looking for a Head of Finance to lead and coordinate financial operations across multiple jurisdictions. You will be responsible for managing the groups statutory accounting and financial reporting requirements across our global entities including India, South Africa, UK and US. This is a key leadership role that combines technical accounting expertise with strong cross-border regulatory knowledge and strong people skills.

As part of a rapidly growing business the successful candidate will be someone who can withstand the pressure surrounding financial and tax deadlines, is comfortable understanding new jurisdictions and processes and has the drive to motivate and lead a global team.

What you will do

• Lead preparation of statutory financial statements for group entities in line with local GAAP, IFRS and relevant regulatory frameworks
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of financials and taxation as applicable
• Oversee monthly group consolidation and intercompany reconciliation
• Manage external auditors across all jurisdictions and act as key liaison with auditors
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls and financial reporting processes
• Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A) activities across all jurisdictions, ensuring timely and accurate budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Develop and implement new reporting templates and dashboards to improve business insights.
• Present financial results and strategic insights to senior leadership
• Oversee working capital management, including cash flow forecasting to ensure liquidity and optimising FX management, including hedging
• Oversee VAT/GST/Sales Tax filings and other statutory obligations across all jurisdictions
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and ensure the team is aware of any changes
• Oversee timely payroll processing across all relevant regions
• Lead and mentor a growing finance team across various entities
• Keep abreast of innovation and automation within finance to drive efficiency in the business

What we expect

• Qualified Chartered Accountant, ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent
• 10+ years in a senior finance role with at least 3 of them in a group finance capacity
• Deep knowledge of statutory requirements in the UK and at least another of QCIC’s jurisdictions
• Proven experience managing consolidations, audit process and multi-country compliance
• Experience with Microsoft and Business Central is desirable
• Proven ability to operate independently and lead in a fast paced international environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial issues clearly
• Exposure to global tax compliance, intercompany agreements and transfer pricing is preferable
• Experience of managing a finance team

NB: The successful candidate will be required to pass our security screening procedures.