Vice President Finance

Alexander Chapman; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious investment platform is seeking a proactive VP of Finance to build and lead its finance function. This role offers the opportunity to define financial architecture and streamline operations in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Collaborative team culture

High-impact work with international exposure

Qualifications

• Experience in building finance functions from scratch.
• Proven track record in strategic finance initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Build and scale the finance function across multiple jurisdictions.
• Design and implement core financial infrastructure.
• Drive strategic finance initiatives for capital allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Financial Analysis

Job description

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VP of Finance

An ambitious investment platform is seeking a proactive and strategic VP of Finance to build and lead its finance function from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to define the financial architecture of a growing, globally minded organization and shape the systems that support long-term scale and performance.

What You’ll Do:

• Build and scale the finance function – Hire, develop, and lead a small team while establishing robust financial operations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Design and implement core infrastructure – Lead the development of automated processes for bookkeeping, payroll, AP/AR, and tax compliance to support efficient and accurate reporting.
• Drive strategic finance initiatives – Lead planning cycles, management reporting, and forecasting to improve capital allocation and enhance financial decision-making.
• Enhance operational efficiency – Oversee cash flow, intercompany funding, and vendor cost controls to maintain financial discipline and support sustainable growth.

What They Offer:

• A blank slate to design and lead the finance organization
• High-impact work with exposure to international markets and complex structures
• A collaborative team culture focused on performance, ownership, and innovation

This role is ideal for someone excited by the challenge of building from scratch, streamlining finance operations, and playing a key role in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Financial Services and Investment Management

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