Finance Director / Head of Finance - Real Estate - 6m FTC Initially - City of London - c£100k+We are on the hunt for a hands-on, forward-thinking, entrepreneurial and dynamic Finance Director / Head of Finance, Senior Finance Manager, with ACCA/ACA qualifications and demonstrable experience in accountancy and financial controls, to join our client, a rapid-growth real estate / corporate hospitality organisation in Central London.A strategic mindset, solid business acumen, hands-on responsibility for financial reporting, forecasting and budget preparation, cost and revenue analysis and an intricate understanding of P&L is what we’re looking for; together with excellent communication skills, a professional demeanour and the ability and tenacity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic and client-focused environment.The opportunity: This is initially a 6+ month assignment with a view to converting to a permanent role. Long-term, this role has the potential to lead into an MD position in the future, so we’re looking for someone who is eager to develop into a full business leadership role. This will suit a commercially-astute individual who will shape business strategy, investment decisions and capital allocation and support acquisitions and business growth.Key responsibilities as the Finance Director will include:Owning the financial strategy and operating modelAligning growth plans with profitability objectivesLeading budgets and forecastingStrengthening cashflow managementProducing management accounts and Board packs, delivering incisive commentary and forward-looking insightUpgrading finance processes, automating workflows and improving NetSuite configuration and reportingManaging property-related finance (business rates, lease terms, commercial negotiations etc.)Leading M&A financePartnering cross-functionally (Sales, Ops and IT teams)And much more.What we’re looking for:ACCA or ACA qualifiedDegree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Maths or similarDemonstrable senior level experience in accountancy / financial management (c7+ years)Success in Senior Finance Manager, Head of Finance or Finance Director rolesEntrepreneurial, hands-on and strategicExperience in presenting to senior leadership and Board and influencing strategic decisionsExperienced in forecasting, budgeting and cashflow processesBudget-holder engagement and management with the ability to build relationships and understand, challenges and support their financial plansExperienced in monitoring and performance trackingUnderstanding and experience of cost and revenue analysisPrevious involvement in business transformation projects, system implementations or process managementExcellent analytical skills with strong attention to detailStrong IT literacy including Advanced MS ExcelExperience with NetSuiteFocused, organised, self-motivated, flexible and dynamic natureProactive problem-solving and decision-making skillsDesire to go above and beyondAvailable imminently and able to commit to a 6+ month FTC with a view to leading on to a permanent roleInterested in this Finance Director role?If this sounds like the role for you and you have the demonstrable experience, qualifications and skills we’re looking for, then do not hesitate! Please submit your CV ASAP, quoting ‘CP - Finance Director - City of London’ #J-18808-Ljbffr