Finatal South Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
Location: South Yorkshire, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
Salary: £120,000 (plus equity and performance-based bonuses)
Role Overview
We are seeking an outstanding Finance Director for a private equity-backed, AI-based, SaaS technology company. The business is an exciting, fast-growing SME with recurring revenue of £5m, poised for significant growth through international expansion. The FD will have a unique opportunity to build and shape the financial strategy and drive the long-term success of an exciting, fast-growing business.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced financial leader with a strong background in technology and private equity environments. You’ll work closely with the CEO and stakeholders to support the company’s ambitious growth objectives. You’ll lead the finance function, building and growing the team, as well as working across the business commercially and being a main point of contact for the Private Equity investors. The role will focus on optimising profitability, driving financial performance, and ensuring operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide strategic financial input to support long-term business objectives.
* Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes to meet company targets.
* Collaborate with the CEO and senior leadership to drive business performance and decision-making.
* Develop comprehensive board packs and provide actionable insights for investors and stakeholders.
* Monitor KPIs and deliver regular financial updates to the executive team and board.
* Lead financial management of client projects, including rate cards and time & materials contracts.
* Optimise pricing strategies, assess growth opportunities, and adjust revenue models for profitability.
* Mentor and build a high-performing finance team, ensuring strong financial management across the business.
* Lead financial systems improvements and manage ERP system migration.
* Serve as the primary point of contact for private equity investors, providing regular performance updates.
* Manage debt funding arrangements, ensuring compliance with reporting and covenant obligations.
Key Requirements
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience.
* Proven experience as a senior finance leader within a technology company.
* Strong technical ability, with significant experience in financial software and systems, and data analytics.
* Significant experience managing and driving SaaS-based KPIs.
* Experience working in private equity-backed businesses, including investor relations and covenant reporting.
* Hands-on experience implementing/upgrading ERP systems.
* Strong leadership capabilities, with a proven ability to build and lead a high-performing finance team.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial and technical data into actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders.
* Experience working in internationally focused businesses, with knowledge and expertise in the particular challenges associated with international businesses.
Seniority Level
Director
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Finance
Industries
Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
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