Head of Finance & Tax

Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 + Benefits

Overview

We are recruiting on behalf of a long-established family-owned property group comprising more than 20 entities. Managing a diverse residential and commercial property portfolio generating annual revenues of approximately £5.4 million, the business operates within a complex owner-managed environment.

Reporting to the Group FD, you will take ownership of the finance function while playing a key role in tax planning, compliance and the ongoing financial management of the business.

Supported by a small remote back-office team, this is a varied, hands-on role offering significant autonomy and the opportunity to make a genuine impact.

Key Responsibilities

Finance & Reporting

• Oversee the financial management of more than 20 group entities.
• Prepare and review monthly and annual financial information.
• Produce statutory accounts and ensure all filing deadlines are met.
• Manage cash flow and oversee the financial performance of the property portfolio.
• Support the owners with financial analysis and strategic decision-making.

 Tax & Compliance

• Work alongside the family's professional advisers to optimise tax efficiency within the agreed tax planning structure.
• Prepare and oversee company tax returns.
• Prepare or coordinate family personal tax returns.
• Ensure timely quarterly HMRC submissions for VAT and Income Tax.
• Manage statutory compliance across all entities.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure full regulatory compliance.
• Act as the trusted finance partner to the family owners.

 Profile

• ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification, ideally gained within practice.
• Approximately 5-10 years' post-qualified experience.
• Strong knowledge of corporate taxation, with experience of personal tax highly desirable.
• Exposure to owner-managed businesses, family offices or SME groups.
• Property sector experience would be advantageous.
• Experience of trusts, partnerships and multi-entity group structures would be highly beneficial.
• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to build trusted relationships with business owners.
• A proactive, organised and hands-on approach.
• Experience using Yardi accounting software.
• Knowledge of property taxation and capital allowances.

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