Are you a dynamic, strategic finance leader ready to leave your mark on a fast-growing tech powerhouse ? If you’re ACA, CIMA, or ACCA-qualified and have a passion for leading, mentoring and coaching people, Pax8 is calling We’re looking for a Director of Finance i n Farnborough who can shape and drive financial strategy, taking full ownership of financial accounting, operational finance & reporting across all UK legal entities, l eading our UK finance team to new heights of operational excellence and growth. This is a permanent, hybrid role and you must be prepared and willing to be in office 3 days per week in Farnborough with monthly travel to Bristol and Derby and infrequent international travel to Europe and USA. As our Director of Finance, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact in a rapidly growing technology business. You’ll be at the forefront of shaping our UK finance function, playing a strategic role in driving financial success while leading a talented team. This is more than just a job; it’s your chance to take ownership of a critical function and drive growth, innovation, and operational excellence. We’re growing fast, but responsibly and sustainably : We were named in the 2023 Deloitte Fast500 list of growing technology companies We have grown from start-up to global enterprise with a footprint in 17 countries in North America, EMEA and APAC We have surpassed $1.5 billion in annual recurring revenue (ARR) We have built a global team of 1,700 employees (with 400 in Europe following 4 acquisitions) Learn more about our journey and achievements by checking out these articles: Exciting Times at Pax8- meet our new CEO Pax8 makes Inc. 5000 for Seventh Year Pax8 recognised as Microsoft Partner of the year 2024 Pax8 unveils next Generation Marketplace Experience What your impact would be: Leadership Impact : You’ll lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Your leadership will directly shape the team’s success and the company’s financial direction. Strategic Influence : Take full ownership of financial operations across all UK legal entities, where your insights and expertise will be key in guiding both day-to-day operations and long-term financial strategy. Varied Responsibilities : From general accounting and financial reporting to managing payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and credit control—you’ll oversee all financial operations, giving you a broad and challenging remit. Continuous Improvement : You’ll have the autonomy to drive system and process improvements, ensuring we operate with maximum efficiency and compliance while staying ahead of the curve in a dynamic market. Key Business Partner : You’ll work closely with the EMEA Leadership Team, providing financial insights and trends that inform high-level decisions. Your reports will be critical to both the VP of Finance EMEA and the US finance team. Professional Growth : Beyond the numbers, this role offers a path to grow professionally. You’ll be able to take on stretch projects, participate in learning programs, and receive coaching, all while making a measurable impact on the business. You'll be ideal for us if you: are a finance leader who brings financial insight, clarity, and accountability, along with the ability to shape the operational finance function for growth. are someone who excels in building trust and partnerships with non-finance colleagues across the business. are a proactive leader who loves developing a team, driving improvements, and bringing financial clarity and insight to everything you do. have strong technical accounting skills and a hands-on approach to solving problems and driving improvements. ideally have expertise in financial systems development and experience with ERP systems like NetSuite is highly desirable. Culturally you’ll be comfortable in, and perhaps come from, a complex, fast growing technology or gaming business. About your way of working:- You’ll have above average influencing skills, effective coaching skills and be able to use them in managing up and through effective delegation. You have a growth mindset and are a natural team builder. You can quickly build trust and confidence as a subject matter expert. You have a great way of developing capability, stretching ambitious junior members of the team. Collaborating and coaching across the Finance Department is something you love to do. We encourage you to apply for a role at Pax8 even if you don’t meet 100% of the bullet points but you must be professionally qualified. We believe in cultivating an environment where there are a diversity of perspectives. In order to fulfil this role you should be resident in this country with a valid right to work. We review and acknowledge every application using real humans - please look out for a response from us to your application in your inbox but check spam too Salary & Benefits Salary depending on experience up to £120,000 per annum Private healthcare Dental Plan Life Assurance Income Protection Workplace pension scheme 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Dedicated time for training and personal development Health & Wellbeing coaching support Pax8 "Live Your Best Life" Pass to support your health and mental wellbeing Pax8 Cycle to Work Support Scheme Available Fun and frequent company and team socials Share Options after qualifying period Designated Office & Working pattern Hybrid & Home Office Working with ability to spend 3 days a week in office Pax8 Farnborough Office Environment Amazing Offices with natural light Dedicated desk with laptop dock and two monitors Free on-site parking Shuttle bus from Farnborough Main station Access to on-site gym On-site shower Barista grade coffee machine Fully stocked snacks cupboard and refreshments fridge NB. We are temporarily based in Camberley while our offices are expanded If you struggle to get “time out” we’re happy to accommodate early/late conversations and interview times or if you have any queries you can ring the talent partner managing this role Victoria Werder on 0117 457 7913 DDI (No Agencies Please) What’s in it for you? Pax8 is a learning accelerant. If you are growth minded and curious, there’s plenty of scope for talented individuals to progress quickly in this opportunity or to other internal options (internal mobility in 2023 was 37%) as we grow and expand. We have our very own internal "Elev8" Academy, Pax8 University & Linkedin Learning for personal development plus access to Learning & Development specialist trainers and extensive "born in the cloud" mentors available for your growth. We’ll provide the opportunity, stretch and projects to help you thrive and see exactly what you need to achieve to get to the next level. You might even get to exchange work location one day with your colleagues in the USA, APAC or across Europe but even if you can't travel right now we guarantee you'll still have fun Why Pax8? Pax8 is the technology marketplace of the future, linking partners, vendors, and small to midsized businesses (SMBs) through AI-powered insights and comprehensive product support. With a global partner ecosystem of over 35,000 managed service providers, Pax8 empowers SMBs worldwide by providing software and services that unlock their growth potential and enhance their security. Committed to innovating cloud commerce at scale, Pax8 drives customer acquisition and solution consumption across its entire ecosystem Our mission is to be the world’s favourite marketplace for technology professionals to buy cloud products. We are passionate, creative, and humorously offbeat. We work hard, keep it fun, and expect the best. We Elev8 each other. We Advoc8 for our partners. We Innov8 continuously. We Celebr8 life. Pax8 continuously wins numerous awards in our field. We have great people all over the world. No matter where you live and work, you’re a part of the Pax8 team We are committed to our goal of being the 1 employer of choice Equal Opportunities Pax8 are an equal opportunities employer and welcome individuals who are in possession of the appropriate requirements to work within the country the role is offered in. Offered individuals will be asked to undertake identity, security compliance and reference checks. Your privacy is important to us. Your data will be held in accordance with GDPR best practices and processed only in accordance with our recruiting processes. Job Applicant Privacy Notice ( https://www.pax8.com/en-uk/job-applicant-privacy-notice/ ) LI-Hybrid