Financial Controller

Finatal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Finatal partners with a PE-backed international SaaS business to hire a Financial Controller to join its leadership team. The role focuses on professionalising the finance function, strengthening controls and supporting the value creation agenda.

You will work closely with the FP&A Lead and report to the Group CFO, delivering reliable reporting for the Board and investors, and leading finance transformation ahead of a future exit. London office attendance may be required.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience as Financial Controller, Head of Finance or similar.
• Experience in SaaS/recurring revenue models.
• Experience leading audits, controls and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of NetSuite or comparable ERP.

Responsibilities

• Leading all financial accounting activities across the Group.
• Owning month-end, year-end and statutory reporting processes.
• Managing external audit and stakeholder relationships.
• Developing and enhancing financial controls, governance and compliance.
• Driving finance transformation and automation initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

SaaS experience

Internal controls

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Finatal has partnered with a PE backed international SaaS business who is seeking an exceptional Financial Controller to join its leadership team in a pivotal stage. The successful individual will join a highly collaborative leadership environment, working alongside an accomplished FP&A Lead and reporting directly to a dynamic Group CFO. They will play a critical role in professionalising the finance function, strengthening controls, enhancing reporting capabilities and supporting the wider value creation agenda alongside both the Senior Leadership Team and Private Equity investors.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading all financial accounting activities across the Group
• Owning month-end, year-end and statutory reporting processes
• Managing the external audit process and all stakeholder relationships
• Developing and enhancing financial controls, governance and compliance frameworks
• Driving the continued optimisation of NetSuite and wider finance systems
• Delivering automation initiatives that improve efficiency, accuracy and scalability
• Ensuring clean, reliable and actionable financial data across the organisation
• Partnering with senior business leaders to support strategic decision-making
• Producing high-quality reporting and insight for the Board, Executive Team and Private Equity investors
• Supporting the Group CFO and investment team with the wider value creation plan
• Leading finance transformation initiatives ahead of a future exit process
• Working closely with the FP&A function to provide a unified finance business partnering approach
• Acting as a strategic influencer and trusted advisor across the business

Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Previous experience as a Financial Controller, Head of Finance or similar leadership position
• Experience within SaaS, technology, software or recurring revenue business models
• Strong understanding of Private Equity-backed environments and value creation initiatives
• Demonstrable experience leading audits, controls and financial reporting processes
• Experience driving finance transformation, automation and systems improvements
• Strong knowledge of NetSuite or comparable ERP platforms
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, including Board and investor interaction
• A data-driven mindset with a passion for process improvement and technology
• Proven people leadership and mentoring experience
• Ability to attend the London office when required