At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial strategy and operations while mentoring a high-performing finance team.
- Company: Fast-growing, VC-backed fintech business with exciting expansion plans.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team focused on innovation and sustainable growth.
- Why this job: Be a key strategic partner and make a real impact in a dynamic fintech environment.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in finance leadership, especially in tech or fintech sectors.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 £ per year.
Our client is a fast-growing, VC-backed fintech business with exciting expansion plans. They are seeking a Finance Director who can act as a key strategic partner, while also being hands-on and customer-focused. This is a hybrid role requiring travel to Bristol at least 1-2 days a week.
Key responsibilities
- Serve as a strategic partner and leader
- Provide financial insights and guidance as a trusted partner to the CEO and senior leadership team
- Lead the OKR process, ensuring goals are realistic and aligned with value creation
- Manage stakeholders and communicate effectively with the Board
- Mentor and develop a high-performing finance team
- Translate complex models into understandable tools for various audiences
Financial strategy
- Develop financial strategies in collaboration with Product, People, Marketing, Support, Ops, and Data teams, focusing on customer value
- Lead initiatives to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of financial operations
- Maintain customer economic models (CAC, LTV, payback, retention) to inform budgeting, forecasting, and growth strategies
Planning, forecasting, and performance
- Manage quarterly and annual budgets, reforecasting, and scenario planning, adapting as the business scales and innovates
- Collaborate with functional leads to understand drivers of performance and enhance outcomes
- Define and track key metrics related to efficiency, retention, growth, and profitability
Finance operations, controls, and risk management
- Oversee finance operations, treasury, payroll, AP/AR, financial reporting, and compliance
- Implement robust financial controls and risk management practices to support sustainable growth
- Ensure financial systems are efficient, automated, and scalable
- Stay compliant with regulatory requirements, including FCA standards, and prepare for audits
Profile
- Proven experience as a Finance Director or senior finance leader in a fast-growing environment, preferably in tech, subscription, or fintech sectors
- Experience working with senior leadership teams
- Strong strategic, financial, and commercial acumen
- Confident in customer metrics such as CAC, LTV, payback, and retention
- Skilled in financial modeling, scenario planning, and dynamic budgeting
- Excellent communicator, capable of presenting to investors and Boards with clarity
- Track record of leading finance transformation and scaling initiatives
- Knowledge of financial regulations, ideally including FCA
- Experience with systems, automation, and scaling finance operations
- Effective leadership with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
We’re Hiring: Financial Director employer: Talent4
Talent4 is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture in the heart of London, offering unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a key player in the private markets sector, we provide our employees with the chance to engage in meaningful work that directly impacts our strategic initiatives and investor relations. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we empower our team members to thrive in their careers while enjoying a supportive environment that values collaboration and creativity.
