Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer

Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Nielsen Grey

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the finance function and drive strategic financial planning for a fast-growing tech scale-up.
  • Company: Exciting London-based technology scale-up with a loyal customer base.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, equity options, and hybrid working model.
  • Other info: Perfect for high-energy individuals ready for their first CFO role.
  • Why this job: Join a dynamic team at a pivotal growth stage and make a real impact.
  • Qualifications: ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with hands-on experience in finance.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

We are partnered with a fast-growing, London-based technology scale up to identify their first permanent Chief Financial Officer. The business operates a B2B SaaS platform. With a loyal and growing customer base, strong retention metrics and an ambitious leadership team, the company is at an exciting inflection point in its growth journey.

Responsibilities:

  • Take full ownership of the finance function, building it to match the pace and ambition of the business.
  • Support future fund raising and investor reporting.
  • Lead financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, with a strong understanding of SaaS metrics.
  • Manage cash flow, working capital and month-end reporting.
  • Support the CEO and board with investor-facing materials and strategic financial analysis.
  • Drive process improvement and financial infrastructure — implementing the systems and controls needed to scale.
  • Play an active role in the senior leadership team.

The ideal candidate

  • Will be ACA /ACCA/CIMA qualified.
  • You will be hands-on by nature, comfortable building as well as managing, and ready to step into a first CFO role.
  • A high-energy, commercially minded individual who thrives in a lean, fast-moving environment.
  • The role could suit a candidate with similar experience, alternatively a person who is looking for their first start-up journey.

Package: Low six figures plus equity. London, hybrid.

Chief Financial Officer employer: Nielsen Grey

Join a dynamic and innovative technology scale-up in London, where you will play a pivotal role as the first permanent Chief Financial Officer. The company fosters a vibrant work culture that encourages collaboration and creativity, offering exceptional growth opportunities and the chance to shape the financial future of a rapidly expanding B2B SaaS platform. With competitive compensation, including equity, and a supportive leadership team, this is an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment.

Nielsen Grey

Contact Details:

Nielsen Grey Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Chief Financial Officer

Financial Planning
Budgeting
Forecasting
SaaS Metrics
Cash Flow Management
Working Capital Management
Month-End Reporting