Director of Accounting for a scaling investor backed international SaaS platform.
Why join our client
Our client is a high-growth, investor-backed SaaS business operating internationally across multiple markets. Having scaled rapidly over recent years, the business is now focused on building a best-in-class finance function capable of supporting continued growth, operational maturity, and future expansion.
This is a genuinely high-impact opportunity to join a fast-paced technology business at a pivotal stage in its journey. Working closely with senior finance leadership, you’ll play a central role in strengthening accounting operations, improving processes, and helping shape how finance supports the wider business as it continues to evolve.
The environment is collaborative, ambitious, and highly commercial — suited to someone who enjoys solving problems, driving improvement, and operating close to the detail.
This is perfect for someone at the Group Financial Controller level looking for their next step or someone that has the ownership experience already looking to join a scaling business.
How you’ll make an impact
As Director of Accounting, you will:
* Lead operational accounting across multiple international entities
* Own and improve the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
* Oversee core accounting functions including AP, payroll, general ledger and intercompany accounting
* Drive process improvements, automation initiatives and finance transformation projects
* Partner closely with senior finance leadership on technical accounting and business-critical priorities
* Support system enhancement projects and work closely with finance systems and IT teams
* Improve controls, scalability and reporting processes across the finance function
* Manage and develop a growing accounting team within a fast-moving environment
* Support external audits, tax compliance and technical accounting matters
* Play a key role in helping finance scale alongside wider business growth
Why you’re a great fit
Essential
* ACA or equivalent qualified with strong technical accounting foundations
* A background in a accounting practice followed by industry experience or within technology, SaaS or high-growth businesses
* Experience operating within multi-entity or international environments
* Hands-on approach with the ability to balance detail and strategic thinking
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
* Proven experience improving finance processes and controls
Desirable
* Experience within PE or VC-backed businesses
* Exposure to NetSuite or larger ERP systems
* SaaS or recurring revenue business experience
* Previous experience managing accounting teams within scaling organisations
What you’ll get in return
As Director of Accounting, you’ll join a business where finance is viewed as a genuine strategic partner to growth and transformation.
* Hybrid working, 3 days in the London office
* Opportunity to shape and influence a scaling finance function
* Exposure to senior leadership and business transformation initiatives
* Involvement in AI, systems improvement and automation projects
* Fast-paced, collaborative and ambitious culture
* Strong long-term progression potential as the business continues to grow
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