Head of Finance

Summary: The Financial Controller role at Pion is a fixed-term contract until February 2026, focusing on leading finance operations, statutory reporting, and managing financial systems. The position requires a qualified accountant with experience in finance management and team leadership. The role is remote-first, allowing flexibility in the working environment. Pion emphasizes inclusivity and personal development within its workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end finance operations, including transactional processes, month-end close, and preparation, review, and presentation of monthly P&L and Balance Sheet.
• Oversee statutory reporting, tax compliance, and audit requirements across multiple international entities (UK, US, and Australia).
• Manage the credit control function, ensuring achievement of cash collection targets and maintaining strong debtor control.
• Implement and maintain monthly balance sheet reviews, including reconciliation completion and formal sign-off processes.
• Own and optimise financial systems and processes within Sage Intacct, while managing day-to-day relationships with external banks and accountants.

Key Skills:

• Sage Intacct experience with a strong track record of managing finance systems and processes.
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with proven experience as a Financial Controller.
• Strong team leader with experience in managing and developing finance teams.
• Skilled in statutory reporting, month-end close, and implementing financial controls across payroll, purchasing, and reconciliations.
• Solid background in audit, either from practice or leading internal audit processes.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other