Group Financial Controller - Private Equity Owned Software (Mid-Cap)

THE SEARCH:

Altus Partners is delighted to be retained by a notable mid-market Private Equity firm to lead the search for a Group Financial Controller at a high growth SaaS asset based in London. In line with the recent investment, the company has appointed a leading CFO, and as such are looking to build a best-in-class finance function to support the continued growth efforts.

This is a critical hire and will be no.2 to the CFO, supporting all finance/strategic activities relating to the execution of the value creation plan, whilst implementing robust governance procedures and systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly scaling asset and be part of an expedited exit process at C-1 level.

This role will suit a Financial Controller/Head of Finance at a Private Capital backed software/technology asset, ideally with a practice background.

THE ROLE:

• Full oversight of all compliance, governance and controllership matters across the group.

• Supporting the CFO on all commercial decision making, offering insightful analysis and assessing the implications of various strategic decisions.

• Development and leadership of a growing operational finance function.

• Implementation of best-in-class financial processes, systems and frameworks.

• Presenting insightful MI, analysis and financial information to the CFO and investors.

• Ensuring timely closing of the month end process, along with preparation and submission of all statutory accounting in accordance with IFRS.

• Preparation of multi-currency consolidation of the group P&L and Balance sheet.

• Implementation and continuous improvement of the management accounts pack to support the business growth and complexity.

• Strong balance sheet control ensuring all accounts are reconciled and reviewed monthly.

• Reviewing and ensuring the financial accounting for the group ensuring the correct treatment of items regarding revenue, intercompany and share options.

THE REQUIREMENTS:

• Software/SaaS experience.

• Private Equity exposure.

• Fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA.

• Ideally from an audit/practice background.

• Experience in working for a high growth organisation is highly beneficial.

• International entity exposure is beneficial.