VP Finance

Greyhound is an emerging, research-driven growth equity firm founded on the belief that building enduring companies is one of the hardest challenges in business — and only a select few can achieve it. We specialize in identifying these exceptional companies as early as possible and earning the privilege to support them on their journey toward lasting greatness. Our mission is to achieve market leading investment returns through a concentrated portfolio of enduring growth companies. With $1.4B in assets under management on behalf of institutional investors, non-profits, and individuals, we’ve already backed standout companies like Revolut, Guideline, Marqeta, Deliveroo, Brex, Toss, TravelPerk, N26, Weee!, Satispay, DriveWealth and Metronome.

OUR CULTURE AND OPERATING PRINCIPLES: Having studied what builds the most enduring companies, we firmly believe that the success of any business lies in the quality of its people and the firm’s culture. We challenge ourselves to set world-class standards and focus on creating meaningful, long-term impact rather than chasing short-term wins or personal recognition. We prioritize depth over breadth, committing to doing a select few things exceptionally well and always striving for improvement. Our decisions are guided by data, first principles, and reason, as we build solutions designed to compound over time. We value direct and authentic communication, believing that candid dialogue leads to better decisions.

THE ROLE: On our mission to build an enduring growth organization, we are hiring a VP in Finance to architect the financial infrastructure that supports scalable operations, sharpens business performance oversight, and enables strategic decision-making. To excel in this role, you should be passionate about process automation, dedicated to enhancing efficiency and advocate for high ROI in the organization. You will also own strategic planning, cost discipline, and vendor attribution to maintain lean internal operations.

• Key responsibilities for the first 12 months:
• Build a digital-first finance function: Architect and run system to achieve accurate and cost-effective bookkeeping, payroll, AP/AR with minimal manual intervention. Hire and manage junior staff to establish a reliable ledger, monthly close, and audit-ready controls. Oversee tax filings, transfer pricing, and cash management across UK and US entities.
• Deliver financial planning and reporting to drive better decision-making: Launch quarterly management reporting pack to support financial planning, capital allocation, and cost control. Implement budgeting and forecasting processes, flag inefficiencies, and upgrade core finance policies. Monitor and submit FCA capital requirement notices.
• Drive high ROI for the business: Implement controls to optimize intercompany funding, expense recharges, and costs tracking including vendor spend. Oversee cash flow forecasting, working capital optimization, and liquidity planning to keep the business well-capitalized across all entities.

WHY THIS IS AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY: You will be part of a London-based, globally focused team passionate about investing in and building enduring companies. You will join a firm that values continuous improvement and steep learning curves, with high ambitions and meaningful challenges that drive real growth. You will embark on an entrepreneurial journey where you're empowered to make a lasting impact in building a next-generation investment firm.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: We are looking for someone deeply passionate about Greyhound and the role’s mission who has the right ingredients to be an A* in the role. The ideal candidate is / has:

• Experience: 5–8 years of experience in a blend of top-tier accounting firms and high-growth environments. Holds a professional qualification (ACA, CPA or ACCA). Strong academic achievements, graduated with a first-class degree or equivalent. Track record of driving impact in lean or high-performance settings. Familiarity with modern finance tools and cloud/AI platforms.
• Skills: Problem Solving, Process Building, People Management, Financial Acumen.
• Fit with operating principles: Set the Bar High(er), Thoughtful Problem Solvers, Build Enduring Growth, Lean A* Team, Impact over Ego or Champagne.