At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial reporting and compliance while shaping a new finance function.
- Company: Fast-growing FinTech with international expansion opportunities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and clear career progression.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on innovation and growth.
- Why this job: Build processes from scratch and work closely with senior leadership.
- Qualifications: 5+ years PQE, experience in financial services, and strong stakeholder interaction skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
London | Hybrid (4 days office, 1 WFH) | International Exposure
We’re working with a fast-growing, tech-enabled financial services business undergoing significant expansion across multiple international markets. This is a newly created role due to growth, offering the chance to build and shape the reporting function from the ground up while working closely with senior leadership.
The Opportunity
As FD, you’ll take ownership of financial reporting, controls, audit, and regulatory compliance, stepping into a critical leadership gap within the team. This is a hands-on, high-visibility role with the opportunity to:
- Build processes from scratch
- Lead key regulatory initiatives
- Play a central role in international expansion
Key Responsibilities
- Own the preparation of financial statements and group reporting
- Design and implement robust financial controls and processes
- Lead the audit process and manage external relationships
- Take ownership of regulatory reporting in a changing environment
International Expansion
- Lead the setup of a new European entity, including structure, reporting, and compliance
- Partner with FP&A, legal, risk, and compliance teams
- Support expansion into new jurisdictions
Build & Improve
- Establish scalable processes within a growing finance function
- Identify gaps and implement best-in-class practices
- Act as a key advisor to senior stakeholders
About You
- Big 4 or Top 10 trained, with 5+ years PQE
- Strong grounding in financial statements, controls, and audit
- Experience in financial services or regulated environments preferred
- Exposure to regulatory reporting (e.g. MiFID) is advantageous but not essential
This role will suit someone who:
- Thrives in a build environment rather than maintaining the status quo
- Has the confidence to take ownership and drive change
- Is commercially aware and curious, with a desire to learn
- Enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Brings a personable, engaging style – strong stakeholder interaction is key
Why Apply?
- Genuine opportunity to build a function from scratch
- Exposure to international growth and regulatory complexity
- Work directly with senior leadership
- Clear scope for career progression and broader responsibilities
Package
- Competitive salary: (depending on scope and experience)
- Hybrid working (4 days in-office)
- Modern, collaborative working environment
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