Full job descriptionTitle: Finance Director
Location: Reading/Oxford/London (Hybrid)
Salary: £90,000 – £120,000 + benefits
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