Financial Controller

Summary

Join our team as a Finance Controller and become the cornerstone of our finance function. You will own all aspects of financial operations, from reporting and compliance to forecasting and strategic decision-making. This hands-on leadership role involves close collaboration with the executive team, investors, and department heads. You'll shape the financial future of a high-impact, high-growth company, gaining exposure to founders, investors, and key strategic decisions. The position offers a flexible, fast-paced work environment with growth opportunities. It's a part-time role (22 hours/week) with a remote work option.

Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• 5–8+ years of experience in finance, with at least 2–3 years in a controller or similar leadership role
• Experience in a high-growth or investment-backed environment (startup/scale-up ideal)
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting skills (IFRS/GAAP)
• Hands-on, systems-oriented, and comfortable building processes from scratch
• Commercially minded, strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end financial operations, including accounting, AP/AR, payroll, tax, and statutory compliance
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting
• Develop and maintain internal controls, policies, and processes to support a scaling business
• Collaborate with CFO/CEO on fundraising activities, investor reporting, and board packs
• Build forecasting, budgeting, and scenario planning models to support rapid growth
• Manage cash flow and working capital; optimize cost control and resource allocation
• Oversee external relationships (auditors, tax advisors, banks)
• Recruit and develop a high-performing finance team as the business grows
• Support M&A, due diligence, and strategic investment initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with VC/PE-backed businesses or IPO-readiness
• Exposure to SaaS, fintech, tech, or other fast-scaling industries
• Familiarity with financial systems/tools (e.g., NetSuite, Xero, QuickBooks, FP&A platforms)

Benefits

• Salary of £40,000-£45,000 (Pro-rata) per annum
• Equity (stock options/shares): Upon successful completion of probation
• Remote & fully flexible working opportunities
• Annual Learning & Development budget
• Summer and winter retreats
• Cycle to work scheme
• Quarterly social meet ups
• Enhanced Family-Friendly packages
• A generous 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays