Finance Director

Wade Macdonald; London; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A key player in the Software sector is seeking a Director of Finance to lead the financial function of a business unit. The successful candidate will have strong IFRS knowledge, at least five years of post-qualification experience, and excellent presentation skills. This role is focused on accuracy in financial reporting, process improvements, and managing a high-performing finance team, ensuring a balanced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the quarterly forecasting process and ensure accuracy.
• Present financial insights to stakeholders.
• Support operational improvements through performance analysis.
• Advise on contract terms and ensure compliance.
• Manage end-to-end finance operations.
• Deliver process improvements to enhance reporting cycle.
• Act as the main contact for audit-related queries.
• Lead and develop a high-performing Finance team.
• Collaborate across departments and attend leadership meetings.

Skills

Qualified accountant (CPA or equivalent)

Strong technical knowledge of IFRS (particularly IFRS 15/ASC 606)

Advanced Excel skills

Strong system proficiency

Excellent presentation skills

Stakeholder management abilities

Education

Minimum five years’ post-qualification experience

Job description

Director of Finance - SME Software
Location: Ireland - Remote
Salary: £65,000– £80,000 + Bonus + Benefits

About the Client

Operating within the Software sector, this established SME organisation plays a key role across multiple markets and jurisdictions. With a growing presence and a commercially driven leadership team, they cultivate a dynamic work environment where work-life balance and employee well-being are priorities.

About the Job

A strategic and hands-on opportunity to lead the financial function of a business unit within a wider group. Reporting directly to the Business Unit Leader and working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Finance will own the forecasting process, oversee all financial operations, and ensure compliance with relevant standards and legislation. The role demands strong commercial awareness, technical expertise, and the ability to operate at both a strategic and operational level.

Duties will include:

• Leading the quarterly forecasting process and ensuring consistent accuracy across reporting cycles
• Presenting meaningful financial insights and commentary to internal stakeholders
• Supporting operational improvements through performance analysis and monitoring execution plans
• Advising on contract terms and ensuring financial compliance across bids and partnerships
• Managing end-to-end finance operations including reporting, treasury, and statutory compliance
• Delivering process improvements to enhance the financial close and reporting cycle
• Acting as the main contact for audit-related queries
• Leading and developing a high-performing Finance team with a focus on learning and succession planning
• Working collaboratively across departments and attending senior leadership meetings

About the Successful Applicant

You’ll be a qualified accountant (CPA or equivalent) with strong technical knowledge of IFRS (particularly IFRS 15/ASC 606) and a minimum of five years’ post-qualification experience. Previous exposure to software or telecommunications is advantageous, as is Big 4 experience. You’ll bring advanced Excel skills, strong system proficiency, and a commercial mindset, alongside excellent presentation and stakeholder management abilities.