Finance Director

Location : Reading/Oxford/London (Hybrid)

Our client is a fast-growing software group delivering innovative digital solutions to clients across the UK and internationally. With a strong focus on product development, scalability, and operational excellence, the business is entering an exciting phase of expansion and investment. As a result, they are seeking an experienced Finance Director to lead the finance function, providing strategic financial leadership while supporting the company’s continued growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the finance function, ensuring robust financial governance, reporting, and controls across the business
• Partner with the executive leadership team to provide strategic financial insight and support key commercial decisions
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning aligned with the company’s growth strategy
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting, including board-level reporting and performance analysis
• Drive financial modelling, scenario analysis, and investment appraisal to support business growth and product development initiatives
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial performance to ensure financial stability and scalability
• Support fundraising activities, investor reporting, and stakeholder management where required
• Improve financial systems, processes, and reporting capabilities to support a scaling technology business
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and tax requirements
• Manage and develop the wider finance team, fostering a high-performance culture

Candidate Requirements:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a Finance Director, Head of Finance, or senior financial leadership role
• Experience within technology, software, SaaS, or high-growth digital businesses is highly desirable
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and executive teams
• Experience supporting scaling businesses, including financial planning, investment decisions, and growth strategy
• Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities
• Experience with modern finance systems and data-driven reporting environments
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on within a growing organisation
• Proactive and adaptable professional comfortable working in a fast-paced technology environment