At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the finance function and ensure smooth operations during a period of transition.
- Company: Rapidly growing tech consultancy with a focus on AI and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive day rate, fully remote work, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse applicants; immediate start available.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with experience in finance leadership and technology sectors.
Harmonic is delighted to be partnering with a remote-first, technology-led Consultancy business that has scaled quickly by building its own technology, with genuine ambitions to be AI-native in the way it operates. The business is investing in and professionalising its finance function for the next stage of its growth, and needs an experienced interim finance leader to hold the reins while that build takes shape.
Reporting to the CEO and working alongside the interim CFO, the Interim Finance Director will take ownership of the day-to-day running of the group finance function through a period of transition. You will lead a small finance team (a financial controller and a finance assistant), own management reporting, cashflow and financial control, and act as a senior finance partner to the founder. This is a hands-on and strategic interim role; the immediate priority is a clean handover from the outgoing interim FD and keeping the function running smoothly and to a high standard at pace, providing stability and senior finance leadership through the transition.
Key Responsibilities
- Take full ownership of the day-to-day running of the group finance function.
- Own timely, accurate management reporting, including the monthly close, P&L, balance sheet and cashflow.
- Lead and support a small finance team, setting clear standards, priorities and ways of working.
- Maintain and strengthen financial controls, processes and governance as the function professionalises.
- Own cashflow forecasting and reporting, giving the leadership team clear short and medium-term visibility.
- Oversee statutory reporting and the group audit, working with advisers and the technical team to keep it on track.
- Act as a senior finance partner to the CEO, providing clear numbers, insight and challenge to support decision-making.
- Work alongside the interim CFO on wider finance priorities and ensure continuity through the transition.
Essential Experience
- Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent), operating at Finance Director level.
- Proven experience running a finance function day to day, ideally in an interim or portfolio capacity.
- Track record in fast-growing, technology-led or professional services businesses.
- Strong across management reporting, cashflow, financial control and statutory reporting or audit.
- Comfortable being hands-on while partnering senior leadership, and able to get up to speed quickly at pace.
- Available immediately or at short notice, and happy working fully remotely.
Desirable Experience
- Experience of a professional services or consulting business model, including engagement economics and utilisation.
- Exposure to high-growth or technology-led environments.
- Experience providing finance leadership through a period of change or a first group audit.
- Prior interim assignments delivered end to end.
Day Rate: £600-£725 per day
Location: Fully remote (UK), with occasional travel for key team meetings
Duration: 6-month interim contract
Start Date: ASAP
At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.
Interim Finance Director | Tech Consultancy | Remote First (UK) in London employer: Harmonic Group Ltd Careers
As a Financial Controller at this fast-growing global consumer brand based in London, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and collaboration. The company offers competitive benefits, including hybrid working options, and fosters an environment where your contributions directly impact the company's continued success and expansion. With a focus on innovation and quality, this privately owned firm provides unique opportunities for professional growth within a thriving international market.
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