Financial Controller

BACK HOME BAND; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A high-growth HR Tech business in Milton Keynes is seeking a commercially minded FC to manage the day-to-day finances. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with experience in a SaaS environment. Responsibilities include ensuring smooth accounting functions, preparing financial reports, and managing a small finance team. The role offers a flexible working pattern with a salary of £75k-£80k plus benefits.

Benefits

Share options

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Statutory pension

Healthcare

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role in a company with ARR of around £6.0m.
• Ability to manage finance functions with minimal supervision.
• Experience in a VC or PE-backed business is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth running of day-to-day accounting functions.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and board pack including SaaS KPIs.
• Manage statutory reporting and liaise with third party accountants.

Skills

Qualified Accountant

Experience in SaaS or tech business

Strong knowledge of Xero and Excel

Excellent communication skills

Ability to analyse business performance

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualification

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

Overview

Ready to make your mark? Join this high-growth HR Tech business on their exciting journey whilst working flexibly. Our client is a dynamic, rapidly-growing HR Tech SaaS business working with numerous large global brands and supported by venture funding to fuel growth. This is an exciting time to join as they pursue ambitious initiatives and growth plans. They are currently seeking an ambitious, commercially minded FC to join their UK team and contribute to the growth journey.

The Role

As FC, you will report to the CFO and, with three direct reports, manage the day-to-day finances with autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth running of the day-to-day accounting function, including accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll
• Preparation of monthly management accounts and board pack including SaaS KPIs
• Preparation of annual budget & monthly financial and cashflow forecasts
• Business partnering with different teams
• Manage statutory reporting e.g. prepare VAT returns
• Liaise with third party accountants for preparation of statutory accounts and tax filings
• Manage statutory filings with Companies House and HMRC in conjunction with the Companys accountants
• Customer contract management
• Supervision and development of one accountant, an FP&A manager and a general administrator

The Candidate

You’ll be an all-rounder commercial, proactive and comfortable working across all aspects of a fast-moving, growing business. From helping to produce and challenge forecasts to getting into the detail of figures, you’ll combine technical expertise with a hands-on, can-do attitude.

You Will Demonstrate The Following

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) with in-house experience
• Experience in a similar role within a similar sized operation (ARR c.£6.0m), ideally in a SaaS/tech business
• Experience of working in a VC or PE-backed business preferred
• Strong knowledge of Xero and Excel modelling techniques
• Exposure to M&A an advantage
• Ability to analyse business performance and write clear, concise commentary
• High level of attention to detail; organised and trustworthy
• A safe pair of hands, able to support the business through a period of continued growth
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Experience of managing a finance function with minimal supervision, to statutory and internal deadlines
• Cultural awareness and strong influencing skills
• A great team player with a flexible approach
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated
• A positive, can-do attitude with heaps of initiative
• Knowledge of Maxio billing and Mosaic (now HiBob Finance) MI platforms advantageous

Terms

The role is offered on a part or full time basis asking for a minimum of 4 days per week. The working pattern can be agreed with the successful candidate. The supervisory nature of the role requires a minimum of 2-3 days per week in the offices based in Milton Keynes with the balance worked remotely. A salary of circa £75k-£80k is on offer together with share options (depending on experience). Benefits include a holiday allowance of 24 days plus bank holidays, statutory pension and healthcare. The role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your personal and professional skills and can be a stepping-stone to becoming CFO for the right candidate.

If you’re motivated by growth, challenge and opportunity and want to help shape the success of a forward-thinking, people-first tech business apply today.