Chief Financial Officer

Sector:Technology
Job type:Perm
Salary/Rate:£165,000 per annum
Town/City:City of London
County:Greater London
Job ref:620-16 S16
Post Date:24. 12. 2025
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Alex Hathiramani
Alex Hathiramani
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+44 (0)203 884 1515
alex.hathiramani@harpermay.com

About the Role

Our client is a growing technology business delivering innovative solutions to a global customer base. Operating in a fast-paced, product-driven environment, the company continues to scale its platform, expand into new markets, and invest in product development. As part of this next phase of growth, they are seeking a Chief Financial Officer to join the executive team and provide strategic financial leadership.

The Role
Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Board, the Chief Financial Officer will take ownership of the company’s financial strategy and governance. The role combines high-level strategic input with hands-on leadership, supporting commercial decision-making, investment planning, and sustainable growth in a dynamic technology environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of the financial strategy in line with business objectives

  • Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and Board, providing insight and challenge on performance and growth

  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management across the business

  • Lead capital planning, fundraising activity, and investor relations

  • Build and lead a high-performing finance function, embedding scalable processes and controls

  • Support commercial strategy, pricing models, and unit economics

  • Ensure robust financial controls, governance, and reporting frameworks are in place

  • Oversee statutory reporting, audit processes, and compliance with accounting standards

  • Manage tax planning and ensure compliance with all regulatory and statutory requirements

Candidate Profile

  • ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified, with senior finance leadership experience

  • Background in technology, software, or high-growth, product-led businesses

  • Strong commercial acumen with experience supporting scaling organisations

  • Confident communicator with experience operating at Board and investor level

  • Proven track record of leading finance teams through periods of growth or transformation

  • Strong financial modelling, systems, and data capability

  • Experience in investor-backed or high-growth environments is highly desirable

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