Head of Finance | FinTech | Private Equity | North West
Zanda is an Executive Search partner that works exclusively with high growth start-ups as they look to scale their business with senior talent. Zanda partners with VCs, Founders, CEOs, and CFOs when it comes to successfully delivering on key senior appointments.
Who is the business?
Zanda is supporting a FinTech scaleup that's achieved 5x growth in the last 2 years taking current revenue over the £100m mark. As the business continues to build out its customer base they are also ensuring a scaleable finance function ahead of the next phase of growth.
The CFO is now seeking a technically sound Head of Finance to join the business to lead on financial operations, regulatory compliance and strategic planning. Building an insightful and scalable finance function is high on the agenda, and this role will play a crucial part in providing the CFO and wider leadership team information to steer key business decisions.
This role is 100% remote and the ideal candidate will seek to enjoy a broad, hands-on role, and the variety of working in a growing business on a day to day basis to build the best finance function possible.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee accounting, financial reporting, tax planning, and treasury functions to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
* Develop and implement robust financial controls, policies, and risk management frameworks.
* Lead financial forecasting, budgeting, and long-term financial planning to support business objectives.
* Utilize financial and operational data analysis to identify trends, drive business growth, and improve profitability.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing and operations, to optimize revenue and cost efficiencies.
* Implement financial reporting software and analytical tools to support real-time decision-making.
* Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, tax laws, and corporate governance requirements.
* Engage with investors, banks, and external stakeholders, providing financial insights and strategic recommendations.
* Build and lead a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
What background should you have before you press apply!
* Qualified Accountant (ideally ACA from practice given the technical focus of this role, but CIMA or ACCA will also be considered).
* Prior experience in a dynamic startup, scaleup or high growth SME.
* Previous experience in a similar Financial Controller or Head of Finance role, establishing a finance function and driving commercial decision making.
* Strong technical expertise in financial management, reporting, compliance, and risk management.
* Experience in business partnering across multiple functions to drive commercial success.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Experience working within a highly regulated environment is a bonus.
To apply for this role, please use the Apply button, or alternatively, email your CV to Nick House at Zanda.
Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to those candidates whose experience matches the requirements of our client. If you have not heard from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Other
Industries
Financial Services, Insurance, and Technology, Information and Media
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