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Finance & Operations Lead
£70,000 - £80,000
London
Hybrid
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Finance & Operations LeadLocation: London (Hybrid)Type: Full-timeA high-growth SaaS business, backed by top-tier investors, is entering an exciting phase of scale. With strong momentum across its product offering and customer base, the company is now building out its in-house finance and operations capability. This is a newly created, high-impact role reporting directly to the CEO, offering a rare opportunity to take full ownership of the finance function while helping shape the operational infrastructure of the business. You’ll be at the centre of decision-making, partnering with senior leadership and building a function from the ground up in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.The Role This is a broad, hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys operating across both strategic and operational finance.Key responsibilities include:

  • Owning month-end close, management accounts, and board-level reporting
  • Leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning cycles
  • Building and maintaining financial models, cash flow forecasts, and KPI reporting to aid strrategic decision-making
  • Transitioning outsourced finance in-house (AP/AR, payroll, reporting)
  • Designing and implementing scalable systems, processes, and controls
  • Partnering with commercial teams on pricing, contracts, and revenue analysis
  • Supporting investor reporting and strategic initiatives
  • Overseeing operational areas including entity management, suppliers, and insurance

About You We’re looking for a high-potential, commercially minded finance professional ready to step into a broader leadership role earlier in their career.You will likely have:

  • ACA / ACCA (or equivalent) qualification, ideally Big 4 trained
  • 1-3 years’ post-qualified experience in industry
  • Experience within a high-growth, SaaS, or technology-led environment
  • Strong financial modelling, reporting, and business partnering skills
  • A hands-on, “roll up your sleeves” mindset with the ability to operate across multiple disciplines
  • Commercial awareness and confidence working with senior stakeholders
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to simplify complex financial information

Why Apply?

  • Genuine ownership of the finance function from day one
  • Direct exposure to CEO, leadership team, and board
  • High-growth environment with strong potential to become FD/CFO
  • Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package
  • Hybrid working with a collaborative, high-performing culture

If you’re an ambitious finance professional looking to accelerate your career in a fast-scaling business, this is a standout opportunity to step into a role with real breadth, visibility, and impact.

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Finance & Operations Lead£70,000 - £80,000
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