Head of Finance

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*WHERE ARE WE?*

Based in Leeds 16 on the easily commutable outer ring road of Leeds is the home of our fantastic, state of the art, head office. With free parking, air conditioning and access to local eateries and coffee houses, it's the perfect place to work from.

*WHO ARE WE?*

Fully Focussed on our mission to make UK property investment available to the world! Whether through our hands free portfolio building service, Award winning estate agency or CPD accredited property education programs, our team work collaboratively to deliver an outstanding 5 star experience both internally and externally no matter what their role!

Headed up by our directors who launched the business back in 2010… Aspire focusses on giving as much value as possible while creating a reciprocal and loyal customer base!

We aim to be the best at what we do! If that is your goal too we look forward to you joining us on our journey!

*OUR PEOPLE!*

We have *Mountain Climbers, Skiers/Boarders, Musicians, Movie Buffs, Gamers, Runners, Gym Bunnies, Early Birds, Night Owls* and every other type of person…. We have young *people, older people, cat people, dog people,* but most of all we have *HAPPY PEOPLE!*

*WHY SHOULD YOU WANT TO WORK FOR US?*

• Entrepreneurial leaders with a growth mindset


• Full training provided


• Great Offices


• Employee rewards program


• Company values that benefit YOU!


• Quarterly \& Yearly celebrations


• Continuing training and formal education support


• Self Help, Wealth \& happiness initiatives


• Fun Fridays \- Dress down and celebrate a week well spent!


• Weekly Fresh Fruit delivered to the office

*We are looking for a World Class Head of Finance* to join in a leadership role in our growing team.This is a high\-impact, senior role with responsibility across all areas of the business, including a group of property SPVs and a group of property related services businesses. You will play a key role in shaping financial strategy, driving performance, and ensuring strong financial control as the business continues to scale.

The role is both strategic and operational, requiring someone who can lead from the front, deliver high\-quality financial reporting, and provide clear, commercially focused insight to the directors. You will be responsible for the production of board\-level reporting, maintaining strong cash visibility, and ensuring the finance function operates efficiently and reliably on a day\-to\-day basis.

This is not a traditional reporting\-led finance role. While you will retain full accountability for the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial reporting and ratio analysis, the core of this position is commercial leadership and strategic influence.

You will act as a key advisor to the Board, providing clear, data\-driven guidance to support decision\-making across the group. This includes enforcing financial discipline in capital allocation, supporting investment acquisitions, and overseeing the ongoing performance and optimisation of the property portfolio.

In addition, you will work closely with the Sales and Marketing leadership teams to bring clarity to performance across the funnel, identifying conversion trends, diagnosing leakage points, and guiding where capital should be deployed to maximise return on ad spend. Your insight will directly influence monthly and quarterly investment decisions across our marketing channels.

This role requires someone who can move beyond the numbers, with direct commercial experience translating financial data into actionable strategy, challenging assumptions, and driving accountability across the business.

This is a unique opportunity to work directly with the directors, contribute to key business decisions, and be part of a fast\-growing, entrepreneurial business where your input will have a direct and visible impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Leadership \& Reporting

• Own the production and delivery of monthly management accounts across all group entities (P\&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)


• Prepare and present board packs with clear commentary, insights, and recommendations


• Ensure accurate and timely accrual accounting across all businesses


• Maintain full visibility and control of the group’s financial position


• Provide clear reporting on financial performance, cash position, and risk

Cash Flow, Control \& Operations

• Own and manage cash flow forecasting and ensure visibility of cash availability across the group


• Ensure strong control over working capital, including receivables and payables


• Oversee day\-to\-day finance operations, including payment runs and cash allocation


• Ensure all financial decisions are made with clear visibility of cash impact


• Oversee credit control processes and ensure timely collection of funds


• Implement and maintain strong financial controls and processes

Strategic Finance \& Commercial Insight

• Act as a key financial advisor to the directors


• Provide financial analysis and insight to support strategic and operational decisions


• Deliver budget vs actual analysis with clear recommendations


• Translate financial data into actionable insight to improve business performance

Analysis, Growth \& Opportunity

• Deliver monthly ratio analysis across all business units with clear performance insight


• Own and deliver marketing financial reporting, including ROAS, CAC, LTV and funnel performance


• Lead financial modelling and due diligence for company acquisitions and new opportunities


• Provide clear ROI\-driven recommendations on investments and capital allocation

Team Leadership \& Delivery

• Lead and develop a high\-performing finance team


• Ensure the team delivers all day\-to\-day finance responsibilities accurately and on time


• Drive accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement across the function


• Monitor performance and improve efficiency and output across the team

Compliance \& Continuous Improvement

• Ensure all HMRC, VAT, and Companies House obligations are met in full and on time


• Maintain zero tolerance for late submissions or compliance failures


• Improve systems, processes, and reporting frameworks as the business scales


• Drive the use of technology, including artificial intelligence and automation to improve efficiency and reduce costs

*WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?*

We are looking for a highly capable, experienced finance leader who thrives in a fast\-paced, high\-performance environment, and is able to take full ownership of a multi\-entity finance function. This role requires someone who can operate both strategically and operationally, delivering accurate reporting, strong financial control, and clear commercial insight to support business growth.

The below outlines the must\-haves and nice\-to\-haves for the successful individual:

The Must Haves:

A Proven Finance Leader: You have a minimum of 5\+ years’ experience operating in a senior finance role, with full ownership of reporting, cash flow, and team leadership. The business in which you have held a finance leadership position must have a turnover of £10M\+, and must have multiple divisions.

Fully Qualified: You hold a CIMA, ACCA, ACA or similar qualification and 5 year\+ PQE, with strong technical accounting knowledge including accruals and multi\-entity reporting.

Commercially Driven You have a strong commercial mindset, with a clear focus on cash, cost control, and profitability. You understand how finance drives business performance and decision\-making.

Strong Analytical Capability You are confident delivering ratio analysis, marketing financial reporting (ROAS, CAC, LTV), and financial modelling for acquisitions and new opportunities, turning data into clear, actionable insight.

A High\-Ownership Operator You take full responsibility for the finance function, ensuring all reporting, payment runs, credit control, and compliance obligations are delivered accurately and on time.

A Process \& Control Focused Thinker You are organised. You understand financial systems, controls, and workflows, ensuring the finance function operates efficiently, accurately, and at scale.

Tech\-Curious \& Efficiency Driven: You actively look for ways to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and leverage systems, automation, and AI to enhance the performance of the finance function.

A Strong Communicator: You communicate clearly and confidently with directors and non\-financial stakeholders, delivering financial information in a way that drives understanding and action.

The Nice\-to\-haves:

Experience in a High\-Growth Business : You are comfortable operating in a fast\-moving, entrepreneurial environment where priorities shift and growth is a key focus.

Experience in Property, Education, or Service\-Based Businesses: Understanding of similar business models is beneficial but not essential.

Experience Supporting Acquisitions or Investment Decisions: Exposure to financial modelling, due diligence, or investment analysis is highly advantageous.

Experience Leading Remote or Distributed Teams: Comfortable managing both in\-office and remote team members (including overseas) effectively.

*WHAT CAN WE OFFER?*

A Hybrid approach to work – We value in\-person collaboration while also offering flexibility. Regular presence in our office and at key events is expected.

Career Growth – A genuine opportunity to play a key role in a growing business, with progression as the group expands.

Direct Access to Leadership – Work closely with the directors and play a key role in strategic decision\-making.

Dynamic Team – Join a high\-performing, ambitious team in a growing property group.

Training \& Development – Ongoing support, development, and access to learning opportunities.

Competitive Salary – £60,000\-£70,000 depending on experience

*YOUR NEXT STEP!*

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