Fractional Head of Finance (UK FinTech) (Part-Time & Remote)

Whatsoninleeds; London; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A London-based FinTech startup, Atoa, is seeking a Fractional Head of Finance to oversee its finance function and regulatory matters. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in financial services, strong leadership skills, and a background in startup environments. This part-time role offers a competitive salary and employee share options, allowing you to contribute to a rapidly growing company.

Benefits

Employee Share Options

Remote part-time work environment

Opportunity to work in a rapidly growing startup

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, and analysis.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate financial reports, including monthly and annual statements.
• Develop budgets and forecasts, tracking performance against them.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.

Skills

Financial planning

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Leadership

Communication

Tools

TAS

SAGE

Xero

Job description

Fractional Head of Finance (UK FinTech) (Part-Time & Remote)

Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom

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Full Job Description

Description

London-based FinTech, Atoa, is currently hiring for a fractional Head of Finance to join its expanding startup team. FCA authorised, and backed by leading names behind the likes of PayPal, Monzo, Xero, and Wise, Atoa enables consumers to pay UK businesses via Bank App, reducing payment fees by up to 50% and enabling instant payments. The Head of Finance will oversee Atoa's finance function and handle regulatory matters such as safeguarding.

Who you are

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a similar role, preferably within a regulated financial services firm
• In-depth knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, and analysis
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and tax laws
• Proficiency in financial management software, including TAS, SAGE, and Xero
• Experience in safeguarding customer funds, preferably in an authorized e-money or payment institution
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for cross-departmental collaboration
• Experience within a startup environment with a flexible 'can do' approach
• Ideal candidates will come from a financial services background with a solid understanding of relevant rules and regulations
• Experience in assisting the C-Suite with future fundraising

What the job involves

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual statements
• Develop budgets and forecasts, and track actual performance against them
• Collaborate with external accounting firms to prepare, review, and submit reports to HMRC and Companies House
• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Ensure month-end balance sheet reconciliations are completed accurately
• Provide financial guidance and support to team members and other departments
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, standards, and tax laws
• Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard customer funds
• Coordinate with external accountants for year-end reporting

Additional benefits include:

• Competitive Salary (£80,000-90,000 p/a based on experience)
• Employee Share Options
• Remote part-time work environment (~20 hours/week)
• Opportunity to work in a rapidly growing startup environment

*Please note that Atoa does not work with external recruiters or agencies