Name of Role: VP Finance, Commercial - Mid-Market Growth Equity Fund
Location: London (in-person)
Salary: Competitive
Ref: MS13724
Finatal is partnered with an internationally focused growth equity firm that is looking to appoint a VP of Commercial Finance to lead and scale its internal finance infrastructure. This is a hands-on role within a lean, high-performance team, ideal for an ambitious and process-oriented candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
* Build and oversee a digital-first finance function, including bookkeeping, payroll, tax, cash management and reporting across UK and US entities
* Implement monthly close and audit-ready financial controls
* Design and deliver financial reporting to support capital allocation, cost control, and planning
* Own budgeting, forecasting and FCA capital monitoring processes
* Optimise intercompany funding, expense attribution, vendor spend and liquidity
* Manage junior finance staff and external partners
Candidate Requirements:
* 4-6 years’ experience across investment banking, PE/VC, or high-growth technology
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CFA or equivalent)
* Strong academic background
* Demonstrated ability to build processes, lead small teams, and drive results in lean environments
* Confident working with data and modern cloud/AI-based tools
This role is for someone looking to solve complex problems with a structured and analytical mindset. You need to lead and take full ownership of your work, and maintain a high bar for performance. The successful candidate needs to care deeply about creating long-term impact rather than short-term optics and hold themselves to high standards and accountability.
Please only apply if you meet the above requirements.