Head of Finance

Harper May Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen Head of Finance, um die Finanzfunktion zu leiten und die strategische Ausrichtung zu gestalten. In dieser Schlüsselrolle werden Sie eng mit den Gründern und der Führungsebene zusammenarbeiten, um die finanzielle Leistung zu steigern und starke Kontrollen zu etablieren. Diese Position bietet die Möglichkeit, in einem dynamischen Umfeld zu arbeiten und eine Finanzabteilung aufzubauen, die für langfristiges Wachstum geeignet ist. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für Finanzen und strategische Planung haben und in einem schnelllebigen Umfeld gedeihen, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in einem Start-up oder schnell wachsenden Technologieumfeld ist sehr wünschenswert.
• Fähigkeit, Finanzfunktionen und -systeme von Grund auf zu verbessern.

Responsibilities

• Leitung der Finanzstrategie und Unterstützung der Geschäftsplanung.
• Überwachung der monatlichen und jährlichen Berichterstattung.

Skills

Finanzstrategie

Budgetierung

Cashflow-Management

Finanzberichterstattung

Interpersonelle Fähigkeiten

Excel-Kenntnisse

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualifiziert

Tools

Finanzplanungstools

Buchhaltungsplattformen

Job description

Harper May is partnering with an ambitious and fast-growing technology start-up that is redefining its sector through innovation and scalability. As the company moves into its next phase of growth, they are seeking a commercially focused and hands-on Head of Finance to lead the finance function and help shape the strategic direction of the business.

Role Overview:
The Head of Finance will be a key member of the leadership team, responsible for driving financial performance, establishing strong controls, and ensuring the business is well positioned for scale. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking start-up and play a central role in building a finance function that supports long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with founders and senior leadership to drive financial strategy and support business planning

• Lead on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and scenario analysis across the business

• Build out financial systems, reporting frameworks, and internal controls suitable for a high-growth environment

• Oversee monthly and annual reporting cycles, ensuring timely and accurate insights are delivered to stakeholders

• Provide commercial input on product launches, funding rounds, and strategic investments

• Develop and mentor a small finance team, fostering a performance-led and collaborative culture

• Lead on investor reporting, board presentations, and key stakeholder communication

• Prepare financial models, business cases, and support due diligence activities for future funding or partnerships

Key Requirements:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or equivalent

• Experience in a start-up, scale-up, or high-growth tech environment is highly desirable

• Strong commercial and technical finance skills with the ability to operate strategically and tactically

• Confident building and improving finance functions, systems, and reporting processes from the ground up

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence across the business

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting priorities

• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial planning tools and accounting platforms