Overview
My client is a high growth payments FinTech which has already achieved significant market share of the UK payments business. The plan is to continue this growth and, backed by a significant PE player, the business is in growth mode. The CFO needs a high calibre Finance Director who can take ownership for leading the controller activities of the newly created company including accounting and internal controls (incl. SOX), consolidation and external financial reporting, stress models and wind‑down plans.
Responsibilities
- Own the front‑to‑back financial and management reporting of the company.
- Lead the controller activities providing accounting, internal controls (SOX), consolidation, and external financial reporting.
- Develop and maintain finance‑related policy documentation and statutory compliance.
- Oversee procurement, tax, and accounting operations teams.
- Play a critical part in driving the strategic and operational set‑up of the finance team, including support from a near‑shored location.
Qualifications
- Established Finance Director/Controller or finance‑focused CFO with experience in FinTech or SaaS.
- Experience building finance functions from the ground up or leading significant finance transformation work.
- Strong understanding of new systems implementation.
- Right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
Location & Benefits
The role is based near Canary Wharf. Flexible working is available. A strong package of salary and bonus plus benefits are on offer.
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