Financial Director

Finatal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Finatal is partnering with a high-growth FinTech business to appoint a Finance Director. This pivotal role involves full ownership of the finance function, focusing on FP&A and leading a finance team. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience within a FinTech environment, strong leadership skills, and the ability to engage with investors at the board level.

The position offers a unique opportunity to shape the company's growth in a regulated environment, driving strategic finance initiatives and commercial insights.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within a FinTech or FCA-regulated business.
• Strong understanding of SaaS business models and KPIs.
• Demonstrable track record in FP&A and commercial finance leadership.
• Experience engaging with investors and presenting at board level.
• Ability to provide strategic insight and hands-on execution.
• Strong leadership credentials with experience managing finance teams.
• High level of intellectual curiosity, resilience, and ambition.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead the finance function, driving performance and scalability.
• Partner with CFO on strategy, planning, and investor engagement.
• Lead all FP&A activity, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Develop and optimise SaaS KPIs to drive commercial decision-making.
• Act as interface with investors and the Board, providing insights.
• Provide leadership and oversight to the finance team.
• Ensure governance and compliance in FCA-regulated environment.

Skills

FP&A

Commercial finance

SaaS business models

Leadership

Investor engagement

Job description

Finatal is partnering with a high-growth, investor-backed FinTech business to appoint a Finance Director. This is a pivotal hire, sitting directly below an experienced COO, with significant exposure to investors and the Board.

The business operates in a regulated environment and has built a strong SaaS-led commercial model, creating a unique opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader to shape the next phase of growth.

The Opportunity

This role offers full ownership of the finance function, with a particular focus on FP&A and commercial finance, while overseeing a strong Group Financial Controller responsible for day-to-day financial reporting and controls.

You will act as a key partner to the COO, providing insight, challenge, and strategic input at both executive and board level. This is a high-impact role for someone who is equally comfortable operating hands-on and influencing at the most senior levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and lead the finance function, driving performance and scalability
• Partner with the CFO on strategy, planning, and investor engagement
• Lead all FP&A activity, including budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling
• Develop and optimise SaaS KPIs (ARR, MRR, CAC, LTV, etc.) to drive commercial decision-making
• Act as a key interface with investors and the Board, presenting insights and challenging assumptionsSupport fundraising, strategic initiatives, and long-term planning
• Provide leadership and oversight to the finance team, including an established Group Financial Controller
• Ensure appropriate governance and compliance within an FCA-regulated environment

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a commercially focused, high‑calibre finance leader with the gravitas to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, investor‑led environment.

Key requirements include

• Proven experience within a FinTech or FCA-regulated business
• Strong understanding of SaaS business models and KPIs
• Demonstrable track record in FP&A and commercial finance leadership
• Experience engaging with investors and presenting at board level
• The ability to provide both strategic insight and hands‑on execution
• Strong leadership credentials, with experience managing and developing finance teams
• High level of intellectual curiosity, resilience, and ambition