Financial Controller

Sector:Technology
Job type:Perm
Salary/Rate:£100,000 per annum
Town/City:Central London
County:Greater London
Job ref:620-1 S10
Post Date:24. 04. 2025
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About the Role

Harper May is partnering with a cutting-edge AI start-up that is rapidly scaling its operations and product reach. As the company builds momentum in the market, they are seeking a commercially astute Financial Controller to establish and lead the finance function, ensuring robust financial processes and supporting strategic growth.

Role Overview:
As Financial Controller, you will work closely with the leadership team to drive the financial strategy and deliver timely, accurate insights to support decision-making. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, agile environments and is excited about working at the intersection of finance, innovation, and technology.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow

  • Build scalable financial processes, controls, and reporting frameworks to support rapid growth

  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling across departments

  • Manage compliance with financial regulations and prepare for external audits

  • Provide regular reporting and analysis to founders, board members, and investors

  • Own financial systems and data integrity, implementing improvements as the company scales

  • Collaborate with product, operations, and commercial teams to support business case development

  • Assist with funding rounds, financial due diligence, and investor reporting

  • Oversee transactional finance and support the development of a small finance team as the company grows

Key Requirements:

  • ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with strong post-qualified experience

  • Experience within a high-growth start-up, preferably in the AI, SaaS, or wider tech sector

  • Strong understanding of technical accounting and financial control in a scaling business

  • Proven ability to implement and improve finance systems and reporting tools

  • Commercially minded, confident working with founders and external stakeholders

  • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and strong Excel skills

  • Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on in a lean team environment

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