Senior Finance Director

Sapiens; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Sapiens, a global technology company, seeks a Senior Global Finance Director to be the Deputy CFO’s second-in-command and drive finance transformation across a fast-growing organization. The role emphasizes hands-on ERP implementations, SaaS metrics, and cross-functional leadership in a hybrid London setting.

Responsibilities include partnering with IT, Operations, and HR to drive standardization, oversee financial reporting, support post-merger integration, and guide PMI initiatives with

Qualifications

• CPA or equivalent accounting qualification is required.
• 15+ years of progressive Finance experience with senior leadership roles.
• Proven experience as Senior Finance Director or equivalent.
• Experience leading ERP implementations, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Experience in a SaaS environment with strong financial metrics.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted business partner to execute the global Finance strategy.
• Lead finance transformation, including process optimization and automation.
• Oversee ERP implementation and optimization projects, especially Dynamics 365.
• Drive modernization and scalability of finance processes for a fast-growing global org.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and close processes.
• Manage external auditors and annual audit coordination.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and governance frameworks.
• Partner with IT, Operations, HR, and business leaders on finance projects.
• Lead M&A activities, including due diligence, SPA/SHA reviews, and PMI.
• Identify opportunities for automation, AI, and best-in-class finance practices.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Project management

Financial analysis

Communication

Education

CPA qualification

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

We are looking for Senior Global Finance Director to serve as the second-in-command to the Deputy CFO and play a key role in leading the transformation of the Finance organization.

The ideal candidate combines strong financial leadership with hands-on experience in ERP implementations, finance transformation initiatives, and SaaS environments. This is a highly visible leadership role requiring strategic thinking, operational excellence, and the ability to drive complex cross-functional initiatives across a global organization.

Working Model: Hybrid - London

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the trusted business partner, supporting the execution of the global Finance strategy.
• Lead Finance transformation initiatives, including process optimization, automation, organizational redesign, and standardization.
• Lead ERP implementation and optimization projects, with a strong preference for experience implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations.
• Drive the modernization and scalability of Finance processes to support a fast-growing global organization.
• Oversee the Company's financial reporting process, ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and coordinate the annual audit process, ensuring timely resolution of audit matters.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, internal policies, and corporate governance frameworks.
• Partner with IT, Operations, HR, and business leaders to successfully deliver strategic Finance projects.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, actual vs. budget and forecast analysis.
• Lead and support M&A activities, including financial due diligence, deal execution, review of Share Purchase Agreements (SPA) and Shareholders' Agreements (SHA), PPA and coordination with internal and external advisors.
• Drive Post-Merger Integration (PMI) initiatives, ensuring the successful integration of finance processes, systems, controls, reporting, and organizational structures.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation, AI, and best-in-class Finance practices.
• Support strategic initiatives, organizational changes, and cross-functional transformation projects.

Requirements

• CPA or equivalent accounting qualification.
• 15+ years of progressive Finance experience, including senior leadership roles.
• Proven experience as a Senior Finance Director, Finance Director, or equivalent leadership position.
• Demonstrated experience leading ERP implementation projects, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Significant experience working in a SaaS company, with a strong understanding of SaaS business models and financial metrics.
• Proven track record in Finance transformation projects, including process redesign, automation, and change management.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Excellent project management and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working in a global, multinational environment.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.