Head of Finance in London

Head of Finance - PE Backed SaaS
Permanent
Location: UK - Remote (travel to London when required)
Salary: £90,000 - £95,000 (+ 20% bonus)
We are supporting a fast-growing, PE-backed technology business to recruit an experienced Head of Finance .
Operating within a SaaS and data-led environment, the business is going through a significant period of growth and acquisition. This is a key leadership appointment, reporting directly to the CFO and taking ownership of the core finance function while supporting the continued integration of newly acquired businesses.
The role would suit a commercially minded, hands-on finance leader with experience operating within a fast-paced, multi-entity environment, ideally within technology, SaaS or a PE/VC-backed organisation.
Key responsibilities
Lead and develop the wider finance team across management accounts, accounts payable, credit control, payroll and general ledger
Deliver accurate monthly management accounts, variance analysis, KPI reporting and board commentary
Support the financial integration of acquisitions, including onboarding newly acquired businesses into group finance processes
Oversee cash flow, working capital, intercompany balances and funding requirements
Lead budgeting and forecasting across the consolidated group
Manage lender reporting, covenant tracking and relationships with external finance providers
Develop scalable financial systems, controls and processes to support continued growth
Ensure accurate statutory, tax, payroll and audit compliance
Produce high-quality reporting and financial insight for the CFO, board, investors and lenders
About you
Qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA or CIMA
Significant post-qualified finance experience
Experience within SaaS, technology or a PE/VC-backed environment
Exposure to multi-entity finance and acquisition integration
Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting experience
Experience managing and developing finance teams
Understanding of SaaS financial metrics and IFRS 15 revenue recognition
Experience of lender covenant reporting would be highly advantageous
Comfortable working in a hands-on, entrepreneurial and fast-moving environment
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work with senior leadership, investors and external partners
This is an excellent opportunity to join an acquisitive, PE-backed technology group at an exciting stage of its growth, with significant exposure to M&A integration, senior stakeholders and the continued development of the finance function.