Interim Financial Controller (SaaS).
Location: Remote
Type: 9 months
Day Rate: £900 per day
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Finatal is partnering with a Large-cap PE-backed software business. They are currently going through a post-deal professionalisation phase and they are searching for a strong controller to improve the controllership function, assess the current ERP and if determined unfit for their next phase of growth, work alongside the transformation team to lead vendor due diligence on a new ERP system – with the potential to lead this project further down the line. You will project manage the audit, which has traditionally proved challenging for the business. Additionally, they are an acquisitive, therefore you would be instrumental in running the integration processes of several acquisitions.
This person MUST have experience within SaaS (3+ Years) and have experience working in an upper-mid to large-cap backed PE portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
* Improve month end reporting.
* Oversee and enhance financial controls, processes, and systems to support scalability.
* Manage the finance team, providing leadership and support to ensure high performance.
* Support the preparation of statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP
* Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment on budget forecasts, financial planning, and cash flow management.
* Assist with audits, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
* Identify target acquisitions.
* Identify key areas where commercial contracts can be improved.
Skills & Experience Required:
* ACA/ACCA/ CIMA qualified or equivalent.
* Strong technical accounting skills, including statutory reporting and consolidations.
* Prior experience in a SaaS is needed.
* PE experience is needed.