Financial Controller – High-Growth Tech
📍 Location: London (Hybrid)
💰 Package: £70,000 - £80,000 + Equity
We are currently partnering with a high-growth, PE-backed technology business that is transforming a traditional industry through innovation and technology. With a strong executive team and significant investment secured, the business is entering a new phase of strategic growth and is seeking a commercially astute Financial Controller to join their Finance team.
About the Role:
Reporting directly to the CFO, the Financial Controller will take full ownership of the finance function. This is a broad and high-impact role, combining technical rigour with commercial responsibility. The ideal candidate will bring experience in fast-paced scale-up environments and will be confident managing investor reporting, building financial models, and supporting strategic decision-making at board level.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee financial reporting, compliance, and the production of board packs
* Lead forecasting, budgeting, and financial modelling processes across the business
* Own cash flow management, working capital forecasting, and scenario planning
* Partner with leadership on strategic initiatives, pricing, and growth strategy
* Manage the preparation of investor reports, SaaS KPIs, and support due diligence processes
* Implement scalable financial processes and systems to support international growth
Candidate Profile:
* ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with 7+ years of progressive experience
* Proven background in high-growth tech businesses, ideally PE or VC-backed
* Strong commercial acumen with experience across FP&A, fundraising, and business partnering
* In-depth understanding of SaaS metrics (ARR, CAC, LTV, NRR, churn)
* Confident communicator with experience preparing materials for investors and board stakeholders
* Hands-on, delivery-focused and thrives in fast-moving environments
What’s on Offer:
* A key Finance position within a high-growth, mission-led organisation
* Equity participation and long-term incentive opportunities
* Opportunity to build and scale a best-in-class finance function from the ground up
* Collaborative, high-performance culture with strong values and vision
If you are an ambitious Finance Manager/Controller seeking your next challenge in a high-growth environment, we would be delighted to hear from you.