Interim Finance Head for SaaS Transformation (Hybrid)

Wade Macdonald; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wade Macdonald is partnering with a Reading-based Software/SaaS business seeking an interim Head of Finance / Controller to oversee day-to-day finance, drive year-end activity, and support the wider integration. This six-month assignment offers flexible hours (full-time or part-time) with hybrid from Reading or remote work.

You will bring ACA/CIMA/ACCA finalist status, strong Excel skills, and SaaS experience to lead financial operations.

Qualifications

• ACA/CIMA/ACCA finalist with SME finance experience.
• Hands-on Head of Finance capability and ownership.
• SaaS industry experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting across ledgers, expenses, journals and reconciliations.
• Produce invoices and manage supplier invoices and payments.
• Deliver monthly and quarterly reporting within group deadlines.
• Coordinate year-end accounts with external accountants and auditors.
• Manage HMRC requirements including VAT, payroll year-end and P11D.
• Review payroll and pension submissions for compliance.
• Monitor cash flow, support forecasting and banking activity.
• Assist with system migration to new group finance platforms.

Skills

Strong Excel

Hands-on leadership

Education

ACA/ CIMA/ ACCA finalist

Tools

Xero

NetSuite

Job description

Wade Macdonald is partnering with a Reading-based Software/SaaS business seeking an interim Head of Finance / Controller to oversee day-to-day finance, drive year-end activity, and support the wider integration. This six-month assignment offers flexible hours (full-time or part-time) with hybrid from Reading or remote work.

You will bring ACA/CIMA/ACCA finalist status, strong Excel skills, and SaaS experience to lead financial operations.