Finance Manager jobs in United Kingdom
Finance Manager
Job summary
A technology investment firm in the United Kingdom is looking for a Finance Manager to enhance strategic financial management, optimize business operations, and implement AI-driven tools. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in finance, a Bachelor's degree, and a strong knowledge of ERP systems like NetSuite. This role offers a chance to thrive in a fast-paced environment and play a key part in business growth and integration strategies.
Benefits
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or FP&A.
- Prior exposure to M&A and financial integrations is an asset.
- Strong understanding of ERP systems and business technologies.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze portfolio company performance.
- Develop KPI frameworks to assess financial health.
- Ensure positive cash flow and long-term profitability.
Skills
Education
Tools
Valsoft is looking for a Finance Manager to join our team in the United Kingdom.
ABOUT VALSOFT CORP.:
Established in Canada in 2015, Valsoft has grown to a global portfolio of 118+ companies, acquiring and developing vertical market software companies, enabling each business to deliver the best mission-critical solutions for customers in their respective industries. A key tenet of Valsoft's philosophy is to invest in well-established businesses and foster an entrepreneurial environment that molds companies into leaders in their respective industries. Valsoft looks to buy, hold and create value through long-term partnerships with existing management.
INVESTMENT APPROACH:
Unlike private equity and venture capital firms, we are Entrepreneurs who Buy, Enhance and Grow Software Businesses. That's right; we don't sell businesses. We form a strategic alliance with existing management teams. We recognize the dedication and perseverance required to create a firm and place a premium on customers' and workers' well-being over short-term goals.
CULTURE:
Valsoft is more than just a place to work; we're a team. We mean it when we say people are our greatest assets, so investing in them is our number one priority. We create an environment where our employees feel first-day-on-the-job excitement, day after day, creating a culture of high performers and collaboration. We celebrate our milestones, and we're proud of them. We Dream Big, Stay Humble and Stay Hungry.
This Role Goes Beyond Traditional Finance-it's About
- Strategic Thought Partnership: Uncovering data-driven insights to guide strategic decision-making, not just reporting on numbers and KPIs
- Driving Value: Identifying ways to optimize business operations, improve margins, and create scalable financial processes.
- Technology & AI: Exploring and implementing AI-driven tools, automation, and analytics to improve financial reporting and business efficiency.
- Business Operations: Working closely with operational teams to refine workflows, improve cash management, and ensure efficient financial systems.
- Fast-Paced Growth: Being part of a newly formed portfolio within Valsoft that is expected to expand rapidly through acquisitions.
Strategic Financial Management
- Monitor and analyze portfolio company performance to drive strategic decisions.
- Develop KPI frameworks to assess financial health and identify growth opportunities.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly business reviews for senior leadership.
- Ensure positive cash flow and long-term profitability across portfolio companies.
- Work closely with M&A teams on due diligence and post-acquisition integration.
- Oversee financial close processes, including reporting and compliance.
- Ensure statutory and tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
- Establish financial internal controls and process optimization strategies.
- Lead the implementation of NetSuite ERP and other automation initiatives.
- Champion AI, automation, and workflow tools to improve finance functions.
- Identify and implement new financial technologies to streamline reporting and enhance decision-making.
- Leverage data analytics for predictive financial modeling.
- Develop financial onboarding plans for newly acquired businesses.
- Ensure alignment of acquired companies' accounting policies with Valsoft standards.
- Support valuation, purchase price allocation, and deferred payment calculations.
- Establish scalable reporting and governance frameworks post-acquisition.
- Strategic & Tech-Savvy: You see finance as more than just numbers-you see it as a tool for business transformation.
- AI & Automation Enthusiast: You are eager to use AI, automation, and analytics to enhance financial processes.
- Fast-Paced & Adaptable: You thrive in high-growth environments with continuous learning and innovation.
- M&A Interest: You are excited about deal-making, financial integration, and portfolio management.
- We are looking for someone that thinks outside the box.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, (CPA or CFA is an asset).
- 5+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or FP&A (Big 4 or consulting firm experience is a plus).
- Prior exposure to M&A, financial integrations is an asset.
- Strong understanding of different ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and business technologies.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and the office suite.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- We are looking for someone that is ready for an amazing opportunity
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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