Head of Finance

Sector:Technology
Job type:Perm
Salary/Rate:£100,000 per annum
Town/City:Central London
County:Greater London
Job ref:620 S10
Post Date:23. 04. 2025
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About the Role

Harper May is partnering with an ambitious and fast-growing technology start-up that is redefining its sector through innovation and scalability. As the company moves into its next phase of growth, they are seeking a commercially focused and hands-on Head of Finance to lead the finance function and help shape the strategic direction of the business.

Role Overview:
The Head of Finance will be a key member of the leadership team, responsible for driving financial performance, establishing strong controls, and ensuring the business is well positioned for scale. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking start-up and play a central role in building a finance function that supports long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with founders and senior leadership to drive financial strategy and support business planning

  • Lead on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and scenario analysis across the business

  • Build out financial systems, reporting frameworks, and internal controls suitable for a high-growth environment

  • Oversee monthly and annual reporting cycles, ensuring timely and accurate insights are delivered to stakeholders

  • Provide commercial input on product launches, funding rounds, and strategic investments

  • Develop and mentor a small finance team, fostering a performance-led and collaborative culture

  • Lead on investor reporting, board presentations, and key stakeholder communication

  • Prepare financial models, business cases, and support due diligence activities for future funding or partnerships

Key Requirements:

  • ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or equivalent

  • Experience in a start-up, scale-up, or high-growth tech environment is highly desirable

  • Strong commercial and technical finance skills with the ability to operate strategically and tactically

  • Confident building and improving finance functions, systems, and reporting processes from the ground up

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence across the business

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting priorities

  • Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial planning tools and accounting platforms

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