Full job description

A high-growth, internationally operating SME is looking to appoint a Head of Finance to lead and develop its finance function during an exciting period of global expansion. Operating across multiple international markets, this entrepreneurial business is looking for a finance leader who can combine strategic oversight with hands-on ownership of financial operations, reporting, controls, and process improvement.


Reporting directly to the founders, this is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to shape the finance function, improve scalability, and play a key part in supporting continued international growth.


Key responsibilities:
*Lead the finance function across multiple international entities.
*Own the month-end close process and ensure accurate, timely reporting.
*Produce management accounts, P&L reporting, and commercial analysis for senior leadership.
*Manage cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning.
*Oversee treasury, multi-currency cash management, and intercompany accounting.
*Maintain strong financial controls and drive process improvements.
*Manage external advisors, audits, and statutory reporting requirements.
*Improve systems, data integrity, and reporting capabilities.
*Lead and develop a growing finance team.


About you:
*Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong technical and commercial experience.
*Experience working in a fast-paced SME or scaling business environment.
*Comfortable operating across multiple entities and currencies.
*Strong understanding of reporting, controls, and cash management.
*A proactive, hands-on leader who enjoys building and improving processes.
*Confident partnering with founders and senior stakeholders.


What’s on offer:
*Opportunity to join a rapidly growing international business.
*Significant exposure to founders and senior leadership.
*Ownership and autonomy to shape the finance function.
*Supportive, entrepreneurial culture with genuine career development opportunities.