London | Hybrid – Just 1 Day in the Office
3–4 Month FTC | Potential to Go Permanent
Fast-Growing, PE-Backed Tech Business
We're working with a fast-growing, private equity-backed technology business looking for an experienced, hands‑on Financial Controller to join on an initial 3–4 month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of becoming permanent.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, taking ownership and making things better.
The business needs someone who can run the finance function confidently from day one , but also take a fresh look at existing processes, tighten controls and introduce improvements that will make a lasting difference.
You'll work closely with the CFO, combining day‑to‑day financial control with some commercial finance and FP&A responsibilities.
What you'll be doing
- Owning the entire month-end process, start to finish , independently and to tight deadlines.
- Producing accurate monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis.
- Reviewing existing finance processes and controls, identifying weaknesses and implementing practical improvements.
- Managing day-to-day finance operations, including AP, AR, payroll, cash management and revenue recognition.
- Supporting the CFO with budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
- Improving the quality, efficiency and consistency of financial reporting.
- Supporting VAT, audit, tax and statutory reporting requirements.
- Helping develop finance systems, reporting tools and procedures as the business continues to grow.
Who we're looking for
- A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with solid Financial Controller experience.
- Proven experience independently managing month-end from beginning to end is absolutely essential.
- Someone who has improved finance processes and controls, rather than simply maintained what's already there.
- Strong technical accounting skills, with the ability to get into the detail.
- Comfortable with management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
- Experience with Xero and ideally multi‑entity accounting.
- Previous experience in a growing technology, SaaS or PE‑backed business would be a real advantage.
- A proactive, self‑sufficient individual who can hit the ground running with minimal supervision.
Why consider it?
You'll have real ownership, direct exposure to the CFO and the opportunity to make a tangible impact in a relatively short period.
This isn't just about keeping the numbers ticking over. The business genuinely wants someone who can improve the way finance operates , while delivering the fundamentals brilliantly.
With just one day a week in the London office , plenty of autonomy and the possibility of a longer‑term permanent opportunity, there's a lot to like.
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