Finance Director in Leeds

Hi, we’re PEXA! We know you’ll Google us before applying, so let’s keep this brief. PEXA revolutionised the way that property is settled in Australia, turning a paper-based process into a digital one. Our solution is a world‑first, with over 500 people across Australia and an expanding international team, we’re helping 20,000+ families into their homes each week. We’re passionate about solving problems for our customers – always striving to set the standard for how property is bought and sold. Being awarded as one of the best places to work in Australia is a recognition of our culture and commitment to innovation, customers and our community. We’re growing fast, that is where you come in. We believe our success in Australia is worth sharing and that our proven technology will advance how the UK buys and sells homes. Establishing ourselves within the UK in late 2020, we are committed to collaborating with lawyers, conveyancers, lenders, government and the property industry, to set the new standard for both remortgages and buying and selling property.

Why become a PEXArian? Great question! Being a PEXArian is so much more than just a job. We’re a passionate, motivated and unashamedly enthusiastic bunch at PEXA – we love what we do and we’re proud to admit it! Creating brilliant experiences for our members and their clients wouldn’t be possible without ensuring we deliver an exceptional employee experience.

Your life at PEXA could look like:

• Your growth: We encourage you to hit your personal and professional learning and development goals with our tailored programs and tools.
• Your wellness: We care about your holistic wellbeing.
• Your work/life blend: We know that work is just one aspect of your life – we want to help you create your ideal work/life blend, rather than squeezing in life around work.

Role

We are seeking a commercially minded, hands‑on finance leader who can combine operational excellence with strategic impact. This person will strengthen financial control, safeguarding processes, reporting and performance analysis, whilst supporting long‑term growth of the business. The role will suit someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves to streamline processes, whilst also having the ambition to grow the business. A strong track record of team development would be a real asset.

Key Accountabilities

• To manage and provide leadership to the DCUK and Optima finance teams (c10 in total), ensuring daily operations run smoothly whilst driving continuous improvement.
• To manage the financial systems, policies, procedures, risks and control environment to ensure adherence to reporting & project deadlines and statutory requirements.
• To oversee the DCUK Safeguarding and Client Accounting environment.
• To ensure regulatory compliance with FCA.
• To manage and build strong, productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Skills & Experience

• Qualified Accountant with 10+ years industry experience as a Finance Director.
• Demonstrable experience with regulated environments (FCA & SRA a definite advantage) and related policies, processes and reporting requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Communicative, confident & constructive approach.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment.
• Resilience & solutions‑focused, always seeking practical ways to make an impact.
• Prior experience in leading & building high‑performing finance teams.
• Demonstrable experience of implementing new systems, processes and procedures whilst managing change for all affected stakeholders.
• Ability and willingness to take a practical approach and undertake work at an operational level.
• Proven ability to maintain a low‑risk, compliant, “no surprises” Finance function with straightforward policies and procedures.
• Proven ability to understand key financial and business variables in a complex and changing commercial environment.
• Ability to accurately anticipate emerging and current stakeholder needs and establish and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.

Sounds like you? We at PEXA are ready so if this role sounds like you apply today.