Finance Director

Your new company We are partnering with a fast-growing technology business that is entering an exciting phase of scale-up following multiple successful funding rounds. As the company continues to expand, they are seeking a Finance Director to join their leadership team and report directly to the CFO. This is a pivotal role, offering the opportunity to shape and build a high-performing finance function from the ground up.

Your new role This is an excellent opportunity for someone stepping up into their first Finance Director role or someone already operating at this level. You will be the sole report into the CFO and you will oversee building and running the finance function.

• Lead and grow the finance function in line with business needs.
• Oversee daily financial operations and ensure robust financial controls.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Lead on month-end and group MI reporting.
• Deliver clear, insightful reports to the management and wider leadership team.
• Provide financial insight and analysis to support strategic and operational decisions.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting planning cycle.
• Build, refine and automate back office processes.
• Support future fundraising efforts by managing data rooms and provide consistent financial information.

What you'll need to succeed This is an exciting opportunity for a driven and ambitious individual to join a rapidly scaling technology business. You'll be a proactive self-starter, comfortable operating across a broad range of responsibilities and eager to embrace new challenges. We're looking for a qualified accountant, ideally with experience across both small, agile environments and larger, more structured organisations. This role is well-suited to someone stepping into their first Finance Director position or an experienced FD looking to grow into a future CFO role. Experience in a SaaS or subscription-based business, as well as involvement in fundraising activities, would be highly advantageous.

What you'll get in return The role requires someone to be based here in Bristol 3 days per week and offers a competitive package, opportunities to progress and potential for equity.

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