Head of Finance

Harper May Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology business in Greater London is seeking a Head of Finance to oversee financial operations and provide commercial insight. The role requires ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification and experience in a high-growth environment. Responsibilities include managing budgeting, cash flow, and production of management accounts. The successful candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders to support strategic decisions and ensure robust financial controls.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Experience in technology or high-growth businesses.
• Hands-on leadership and strong technical accounting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial operations and reporting.
• Produce management accounts with commercial insights.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow.

Skills

Financial operations

Commercial insight

Budgeting and forecasting

Technical accounting

Leadership

Education

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified

Job description

Our client is a growing technology business delivering innovative products and services to a broad customer base. Operating in a fast‑paced, product‑led environment, the company continues to scale its operations, invest in technology, and expand into new markets. To support this next phase of growth, they are seeking a Head of Finance to lead the finance function and provide strong commercial and financial oversight.

The Role

Reporting to the CEO and working closely with senior stakeholders, the Head of Finance will take ownership of the company’s financial operations, reporting, and commercial insight. The role combines hands‑on leadership with strategic input, supporting decision‑making across product development, commercial strategy, and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day financial operations, reporting, and control across the business
• Produce accurate management accounts with clear analysis and commercial insight
• Own budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Partner with senior leadership on pricing, unit economics, and growth initiatives
• Provide financial insight on product development, investment, and scaling decisions
• Build, manage, and develop the finance team and external advisers
• Ensure robust financial controls, governance, and scalable reporting processes
• Oversee statutory reporting, audit processes, and compliance with accounting standards
• Support fundraising activity, investor reporting, and stakeholder communication

Candidate Profile

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
• Background in technology, software, or high‑growth, product‑led businesses
• Strong commercial mindset with experience supporting scaling organisations
• Hands‑on leader with strong technical accounting and reporting capability
• Confident communicator able to work closely with senior stakeholders
• Experience operating in investor‑backed or high‑growth environments is desirable