Finance Director

Harper May Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm is looking for an experienced Vice President of Finance to oversee financial operations, manage compliance, and drive strategic planning. This role requires an ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified professional with strong experience in investment management who can thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
• Strong experience in investment management and private equity.
• Deep technical accounting knowledge and understanding of fund structures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day finance operations across fund and corporate entities.
• Own budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.
• Lead investor reporting processes and ensure effective communication.

Skills

Financial Controls

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Decision-making

Investment Management

Technical Accounting Knowledge

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent

Job description

Harper May is partnering with a global investment firm focused on identifying and backing high-growth businesses across technology, financial services, and emerging markets. As the firm continues to scale and expand its portfolio, it is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Vice President of Finance to join its leadership team and drive financial performance, control, and strategic planning.

Role Overview:
The Vice President of Finance will lead day-to-day finance operations across fund and corporate entities, support the execution of investments, and help shape financial strategy. Working closely with the Partners and senior leadership, this role requires a hands-on finance leader with a deep understanding of investment structures, financial controls, and international reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of financial operations, including fund accounting, management company reporting, and cash management

• Manage internal controls, compliance frameworks, and external audit processes

• Own budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting across the firm and its investment entities

• Partner with deal teams to support transaction execution, financial due diligence, and post-investment monitoring

• Lead investor reporting processes and ensure high-quality financial communications to stakeholders

• Collaborate with legal, tax, and operations teams to support structuring and regulatory matters

• Drive improvements in financial systems, reporting tools, and automation

• Build and manage a small finance team while contributing to a collaborative and agile culture

Key Requirements:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or equivalent

• Strong experience in investment management, private equity, venture capital, or growth-focused financial services

• Deep technical accounting knowledge and understanding of fund structures, financial instruments, and consolidation

• Strong commercial instincts, with the ability to support strategic decision-making

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, globally focused, and entrepreneurial environment