Vacancies

Maternity Cover – Head of Accounts & Operations

Location: London, UK (Hybrid – 3 days in our Clerkenwell office (Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays) / 2 days remote working)
Contract: Maternity Cover – 12 months, with potential to become permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, full time
Start Date: March/April 2026

The Company

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Accounts & Operations (Maternity Cover) to join a London-based Talent Agency representing leading creative talent across the UK and US. The agency operates within a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is known for its supportive culture and ambitious outlook.

The Role

This is a mid-level, hands-on role overseeing the financial management and operational running of the business. The successful candidate will bring a highly organised and proactive approach, managing everything from invoicing and payments to bookkeeping, reconciliations, payroll assistance, and day-to-day office operations. Reporting directly to the Managing Directors, this role will lead the day-to-day finance and operations function, taking full ownership while managing their team’s Accounts Assistant.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Benefits package (after 3-month probation), including:
  • Private health insurance
  • Company pension scheme
  • Performance-based discretionary annual bonus
• This is a fixed-term maternity cover contract, with potential to transition into a permanent position in a slightly different role

Key Responsibilities

Finance & Accounting

Payroll support & Expenses

Reporting, Budgeting & Forecasting

Day-to-day Operational & Business support

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a finance or accounts role is essential
• Proven experience using Xero or similar accounting software, essential
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, essential
• Experience using Tagmin is a distinct advantage, though not essential
• Operational experience is highly desirable
• Entry-level AAT, IAB, or related bookkeeping qualification would an advantage but not essential
• Experience in an agency would be favourable

Candidate Profile

• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-focused mindset
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• High attention to detail with strong analytical skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Proactive, hardworking, and eager to take ownership of a broad remit
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, busy office environment

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV and a short covering letter to:

holly@larkmanagement.co.uk
Head of Finance & Operations

• References are required.
• A full job specification is available on request.