Finance Director (Software/Tech)

Company: Handpicked Recruitment
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Location: Reading
Job Description:

Title: Finance Director/Financial Controller

Type: Rolling Contract (with strong potential to become permanent)

Location: Reading (Hybrid / predominantly remote)

Our client is a fast-growing technology and software group delivering innovative digital solutions to clients across the UK and internationally. With a strong focus on product development, scalability, and operational excellence, the business is entering an exciting phase of expansion and investment. As a result, they are seeking an experienced Finance Director to lead the finance function, providing strategic financial leadership while supporting the company’s continued growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and develop the finance function, ensuring robust financial governance, reporting, and controls across the business
  • Partner with the executive leadership team to provide strategic financial insight and support key commercial decisions
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning aligned with the company’s growth strategy
  • Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting, including board-level reporting and performance analysis
  • Drive financial modelling, scenario analysis, and investment appraisal to support business growth and product development initiatives
  • Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial performance to ensure financial stability and scalability
  • Support fundraising activities, investor reporting, and stakeholder management where required
  • Improve financial systems, processes, and reporting capabilities to support a scaling technology business
  • Provide commercial insight into pricing models, SaaS revenue streams, and profitability analysis
  • Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and tax requirements
  • Manage and develop the wider finance team, fostering a high-performance culture

Candidate Requirements:

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
  • Proven experience in a Finance Director, Head of Finance, or senior financial leadership role
  • Experience within technology, software, SaaS, or high-growth digital businesses is highly desirable
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and executive teams
  • Experience supporting scaling businesses, including financial planning, investment decisions, and growth strategy
  • Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities
  • Experience with modern finance systems and data-driven reporting environments
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on within a growing organisation
  • Proactive and adaptable professional comfortable working in a fast-paced technology environment

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Posted: March 24th, 2026