Finance Director

Xpand Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 127,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology business is seeking a Finance Director to oversee the UK finance function. You will drive financial reporting, budgeting, and cash management while partnering with senior leaders. Ideal candidates should have 7-10+ years in finance, ACA/ACCA qualification, and experience in a fast-paced, international environment. This role offers a competitive package with bonus and benefits.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of post-qualification experience in finance.
• Proven track record in a complex, international organisation.
• Strong technical accounting and controls background.

Responsibilities

• Own the UK finance function, acting as a strategic partner.
• Ensure strong control and compliance across all UK entities.
• Lead on audit, tax, and statutory responsibilities.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Cash management

Stakeholder management

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Job description

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Overview

Job Title: Finance Director

Location: United Kingdom

Package: £150,000+ base + bonus + benefits

The Company

• A global technology business delivering enterprise solutions to some of the world's largest infrastructure and real estate projects.
• Backed by a strong international footprint and a growing recurring revenue base.
• Currently undergoing an exciting period of transformation and expansion, with a focus on driving commercial performance and operational excellence across regions.
• A values-led, collaborative culture where autonomy, accountability, and innovation are encouraged.

The Role

• Reporting directly to the Group CFO, you'll take full ownership of the UK finance function, acting as a strategic partner to the leadership team.
• Responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management, ensuring strong control and compliance across all UK entities.
• Play a key role in scaling processes and systems as the business continues to expand its footprint globally.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to provide insight, challenge, and financial guidance to support commercial decision-making.
• Lead on audit, tax, and statutory responsibilities, ensuring high-quality governance and alignment with global standards.

The Requirements

• Big 4 trained (ACA/ACCA qualified) with approximately 7-10+ years' post-qualification experience.
• Proven track record operating independently within a complex, international organisation - ideally in software, technology, or services.
• Strong technical accounting and controls background, paired with commercial acumen and the ability to translate numbers into strategy.
• Confident stakeholder manager capable of influencing at senior level and building trusted partnerships across regions.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment with the gravitas to represent the finance function to both internal and external stakeholders.

The Process

1. Introductory conversation with Salt
2. Interviews with senior leadership
3. Presentation and discussion with Group CFO

Rates depend on experience and client requirements