Head of Group Finance

The Opportunity Austability Group Limited, a UK-based Defence and National Security holding company managing a portfolio of contracting subsidiaries across Five Eyes nations and partner countries, is seeking a Head of Group Finance to lead the operational delivery of the Group’s financial management framework and capital deployment execution.This appointment represents an opportunity to own the finance function beneath VP level — combining rigorous financial governance and statutory compliance with the execution of capital deployment decisions across a growing Defence and National Security portfolio.The successful candidate will build the reporting, controls, and investment tracking infrastructure that enables AGL to meet the governance standard demanded by Defence clients, lenders, and the Board. The Role Reporting to the Vice President, Finance, the Head of Group Finance is the senior finance professional within the Finance Directorate.The role carries dual accountability: maintaining the operational integrity of AGL’s financial management framework across all Group entities, and transforming approved capital allocation decisions into precise, timely deployments that maximise long-term shareholder value. The role provides line management of the Senior Group Finance Officer and must maintain business continuity readiness to assume direct operational control of the SGFO function.Key AccountabilitiesOwn delivery of management accounts, external audit coordination, going concern assessment, and statutory filings to Board standardExecute approved capital allocation decisions: equity injections, intercompany loans, acquisition funding, and subsidiary capital callsBuild and maintain the Group’s investment performance monitoring framework (IRR, MOIC, payback analysis)Produce cash flow forecasts, manage liquidity, coordinate debt facility drawdowns, and maintain covenant complianceManage intercompany funding mechanics, transfer pricing documentation, and management fee recognitionProvide strategic programme ownership of finance workstreams within the D365 ERP implementationIdentify and implement AI, automation, and emerging technology to strengthen financial controlsLine-manage the Senior Group Finance Officer with business continuity coverageProfessional Experience:Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience in corporate finance, group accounting, or treasury Multi-entity or group holding company experience with line management responsibilityIFRS consolidation, statutory reporting, cash forecasting, and investment performance analysisDemonstrable experience applying AI, automation, or emerging technology within a finance functionExperience within or serving Defence, National Security, or adjacent regulated sectors is highly desirable

Qualifications

Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with current membership Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related disciplineAGL welcomes candidates who demonstrate equivalent capability through alternative career paths Leadership Competencies:Precision and rigour in Board-level financial reportingProactive escalation — risks surfaced early with options, not after the window has closedProcess discipline and commitment to auditable records Intellectual curiosity and a bias toward technology adoption over manual processesDiscretion in handling commercially sensitive financial and investment informationRemuneration A salary in the range of £70,000–£85,000 per annum is offered, commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.A structured progression framework is in place, with advancement to £85,000–£100,000 linked to KPI delivery and capability development within the first 24 months.Application Deadline: October 5th 2026Expression of Interest Qualified candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CVin confidence to: Daniel Perry Manager, Talent Acquisition & Management Austability Group LtdEmail: daniel.perry@austability.comAll applications and discussions will be treated in the strictest confidence.