Senior Director, Group Financial Controller

IRIS software Group; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IRIS Software Group is seeking a Director, Financial Controller to lead the finance team during a transformative period. This role involves financial reporting, managing statutory accounts, and driving process improvements in a high-growth environment. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with experience in multi-country finance roles, strong leadership abilities, and skills in stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Group Financial Controller in Software or SaaS.
• Proven ability to scale finance functions and manage teams.
• Hands-on experience with audits, tax compliance, and VAT.

Responsibilities

• Leading the preparation of monthly consolidated financial statements.
• Overseeing cash flow forecasts and liquidity management.
• Deputizing for the CFO on financial matters.

Skills

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Salary: Competitive plus Bonus and Benefits

Location: Slough/Hybrid

This is a Permanent, Full-Time vacancy that will close in 15 days at 23:59 BST.

The Vacancy

We have an opportunity for an experienced Director, Financial Controller to join our business!

The Director, Financial Controller will support the CFO and the IRIS Group Finance department during a period of change and transformation. Responsibilities include consolidated financial reporting, external audit, tax, credit control, cash and treasury functions, liaising with lenders and investors, and working on finance & systems transformation.

Based at our Heathrow office, reporting to the CFO, and acting as their deputy on financial and credit control matters.

The role involves working with multiple systems and dispersed teams across the UK, leading a team in financial and credit control.

This position is suited for a qualified accountant with experience in financial control roles, leading large teams, and with strong communication and deadline management skills in a fast-paced environment.

What will you be doing?

1. Leading the preparation of monthly consolidated financial statements and commentary for reports and investor updates.
2. Overseeing cash flow forecasts and liquidity management.
3. Managing statutory accounts, VAT, corporate tax, and R&D tax credits.
4. Coordinating with external auditors for year-end audits.
5. Providing technical accounting support and promoting best practices.
6. Driving process improvements and automation.
7. Reviewing supplier payments and managing banking operations.
8. Overseeing insurance renewals and risk management.
9. Maintaining the finance manual and conducting variance analysis.
10. Managing relationships with stakeholders including investors and lenders.
11. Deputizing for the CFO and supporting strategic initiatives.
12. Developing the finance team and managing the credit control function.

What we are seeking

• Experience as a Group Financial Controller in Software or SaaS, especially in multi-country environments.
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with relevant PQE.
• Experience in Private Equity-backed, high-growth environments.
• Practice experience is desirable.
• Understanding of SaaS metrics like ARR, MRR, churn, CAC, LTV, and net revenue retention.
• Proven ability to scale finance functions and manage teams.
• Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Experience preparing reports for Boards, lenders, and investors.
• Hands-on experience with audits, tax compliance, and VAT.
• Leadership skills in managing finance teams.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and in high-pressure situations.

Please note:

Vacancies may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. We recommend applying promptly.

About IRIS

IRIS Software Group is one of the UK’s largest privately held software companies, dedicated to simplifying business operations.

Our solutions enhance compliance, efficiency, and accuracy, supporting millions of users across various sectors.

We are committed to being a Great Place to Work and fostering diversity and inclusion.