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Vice President of Finance

EF10007

£140k per anuum

London

Permanent

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The Vice President of Finance will be a strategic leader within our rapidly growing SaaS company, responsible for overseeing all financial operations and driving the financial strategy to support our ambitious growth objectives. This role will partner closely with the executive team and venture capital investors to ensure robust financial management and reporting while providing insights that will shape the company’s future direction.

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop and implement financial strategies that align with the company’s growth objectives and operational goals.

· Serve as a key advisor to the CEO and executive team, providing insights and recommendations on financial implications of business decisions.

· Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling processes to support short- and long-term business plans.

· Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights to optimize performance and resource allocation.

· Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, management reports, and presentations for stakeholders, including venture capital partners.

· Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, regulations, and internal policies.

· Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital to ensure financial health and sustainability.

· Develop strategies to enhance liquidity and optimize capital structure.

· Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance and collaboration.

· Implement best practices in financial operations and reporting to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

· Build and maintain strong relationships with venture capital investors and financial partners, providing regular updates on financial performance and strategic initiatives.

· Prepare materials for board meetings and investor presentations.

· Partner with cross-functional teams to drive financial literacy and accountability across the organization.

· Support pricing strategies, product development, and go-to-market initiatives through financial insights.

Qualifications:

· 10+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a VC-backed SaaS environment.

· Strong understanding of SaaS financial metrics, including ARR, MRR, CAC, LTV, and churn.

· Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, with a strategic mindset.

· Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels.

· Proficiency in financial modeling and familiarity with financial software and tools.