Head of Finance
Summary
Leads finance operations for a fast-growing hospitality brand, overseeing reporting, budgeting, and compliance while driving commercial decisions across retail, e-commerce, and restaurants.
Head of Finance (No. 1 Finance) | Fast-Growing Hospitality Brand | London
Equifind is exclusively working with one of the UK's most exciting and fastest-growing hospitality businesses to find an exceptional Head of Finance.
This is a pivotal leadership role at a brand that has built a cult following and is rapidly expanding across retail, e-commerce and its own restaurant estate.
Critically, this role comes with a clear and credible pathway to Finance Director as the business scales — a genuine opportunity to grow into a C-suite position alongside a brand on a serious growth trajectory.
The Role
Reporting into the leadership team, you'll own the full finance function — from management accounts and board reporting to cash flow, compliance and team leadership. Just as importantly, you'll be a true commercial partner: translating financial data into insight that drives decisions across manufacturing, supply chain, marketing and customer acquisition.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead monthly reporting, management accounts and month-end close
- Own budgeting, forecasting and scenario planning
- Produce board packs and lead performance reviews with senior stakeholders
- Develop KPIs across production, fulfilment, customer acquisition and profitability
- Manage cash flow, treasury and working capital
- Oversee VAT, PAYE, audit and statutory compliance
- Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing and Technology teams
- Lead, mentor and develop the finance team
- Drive finance system improvements through automation and AI
About You
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified
- Proven experience as Head of Finance, Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager
- Background in hospitality, food production or manufacturing
- Strong commercial acumen — comfortable influencing beyond the numbers
- Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
- Hands-on, collaborative and thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Confident presenting to senior leadership
What's on Offer
A high-impact leadership role at a brand on a genuinely exciting growth trajectory, with real breadth across a multi-channel, multi-site business — and a defined route to Finance Director for the right person.
Interested or know someone who'd be a great fit? Drop me a message or apply.