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Finance Director (No1) – SaaS

IH10448

£150k per annum

Central London

Permanent

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A rapidly growing, private equity-backed SaaS business, currently operating at £10m ARR, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Finance Director to join their leadership team. With a strong client base of large enterprise-level clients and a proven track record of success, the company is embarking on an exciting phase of international expansion into the USA and a strategy of acquisitive growth.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead the financial strategy and oversee all aspects of financial planning, reporting, analysis, and forecasting for the business.

· Partner with senior management and the board to drive financial performance and profitability, ensuring robust financial decision-making.

· Manage the finance function, including a small team, and build scalable financial processes to support the company’s growth objectives.

· Drive financial due diligence and integration for acquisitions as the company expands its portfolio.

· Oversee monthly and quarterly reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting to investors.

· Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and accounting standards in all operating regions, including the UK, France, and the USA.

· Provide strategic financial insight and recommendations to support the company’s expansion into new markets, particularly the USA, and manage the financial risks associated with international growth.

Key Requirements:

· Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant experience in a senior finance role within a high-growth SaaS or tech company.

· Demonstrated experience in managing finance operations for a private equity-backed business, with a proven track record in strategic financial planning and reporting.

· Experience with cross-border financial operations, particularly in the UK, France, and the USA, is highly desirable.

· Strong understanding of SaaS business models, KPIs, and financial metrics.

· Experience in M&A, acquisitions, or private equity transactions is highly beneficial.

· Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to build and motivate a high-performing finance team.

· Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation.