At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial strategy and drive sustainable growth for Bolt for Business.
- Company: Join Bolt, a fast-growing tech company transforming urban mobility.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, stock options, wellness perks, and hybrid work flexibility.
- Other info: Work with smart teams in a dynamic environment focused on innovation.
- Why this job: Shape the future of mobility and impact millions globally.
- Qualifications: Experience in commercial finance and strong executive communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
We’re looking for a Head of Finance to take full ownership of the financial performance and operating model of Bolt for Business, shaping strategy and driving sustainable, profitable growth at scale.
This is a senior leadership role at the heart of Bolt for Business, where you will act as the financial leader and core member of the leadership team. You will be responsible for translating strategy into clear financial outcomes, ensuring disciplined execution, and enabling sustainable, profitable growth. You will own the financial operating model of the business, combining deep commercial understanding with strong analytical judgement to guide decision‑making. You will partner closely with senior stakeholders, challenge assumptions, and provide clear, actionable financial insights. You will also lead and develop a team of analysts, while building scalable finance, data, and analytics capabilities that evolve with the business.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
- Act as the financial leader and P&L owner for Bolt for Business, accountable for performance and value creation.
- Partner with leadership to shape strategy and translate it into clear financial plans, targets, and accountability frameworks.
- Own forecasting, budgeting, and long‑term financial planning aligned with business priorities.
- Lead performance management, including KPI frameworks, target setting, and financial governance.
- Evaluate investments, pricing strategies, and growth opportunities to ensure sound financial decision‑making.
- Build and scale finance processes, reporting, and analytics capabilities while leading and developing a high‑performing team.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in commercial finance, finance business partnering, controlling, or strategic finance roles.
- Strong track record operating in complex, multi‑stakeholder organisations with high governance standards.
- Deep understanding of financial planning, performance management, and business economics.
- Ability to connect financial insights to strategic decisions and operate effectively under uncertainty.
- Strong executive communication skills with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.
- High ownership mindset with accountability for outcomes in fast‑moving environments.
At Bolt, using AI daily is a baseline expectation for everyone. If there’s a faster, smarter way to do your work, we expect you to find it. You’re still responsible for the output, so the standard stays high when using AI tools. Experience is valuable, but what we really look for is drive, intelligence, and integrity — so if you don’t tick every box, apply anyway.
Benefits
- The Finance team manages the amount of risk Bolt should take to receive an adequate return on investment.
- Our team is focused on acquiring financial resources, obtaining funds, and providing information that other business functions require.
- Play a direct role in shaping the future of mobility.
- Impact millions of customers and partners in 600+ cities across 50+ countries.
- Work in fast‑moving autonomous teams with some of the smartest people in the world.
- Accelerate your professional growth with unique career opportunities.
- Get a rewarding salary and stock option package that lets you focus on doing your best work.
- Enjoy the flexibility of working in a hybrid mode with a minimum of 3 days in the office each week to foster strong connections and teamwork.
- Take care of your physical and mental health with our wellness perks.
About Us
With over 200 million customers in 50+ countries, Bolt is one of the fastest‑growing tech companies in Europe and Africa. And it's all thanks to our people. We believe in creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Our ultimate goal is to make cities for people, not cars, and we need your help to achieve this mission!
Head of Finance, Bolt for Business employer: Bolt
At Bolt, we are not just shaping the future of mobility; we are also committed to fostering a vibrant work culture that prioritises employee growth and well-being. With competitive salaries, stock options, and wellness perks, our team members enjoy unique career opportunities while celebrating their achievements through annual events and a generous sabbatical policy. Join us in a hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with collaboration, where your contributions truly matter from day one.