Head of Finance in London - Robert Walters

Leading London tech firm seeks head of Finance to scale a startup within its multinational group. High-impact role managing end-to-end UK/Europe financial operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and driving strategic growth. Prepare management accounts, coordinate external accountants, and provide analytics for market expansion/partnerships. This is a great opportunity to have a serious impact make a real difference!

Head of Finance - Be the #1 in finance

Salary: £80,000-£90,000

Location: London

Leading London tech firm seeks Head of Finance to scale a startup within its multinational group. High-impact role managing end-to-end UK/Europe financial operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and driving strategic growth. Prepare management accounts, coordinate external accountants, and provide analytics for market expansion/partnerships. Make a real difference!

The position promises exposure to international finance, collaboration with senior leadership, and the chance to influence key business decisions. With a competitive salary of £80,000-£90,000, this role is ideal for someone who thrives in an inclusive environment where teamwork, attention to detail, and commitment are highly valued.

What you'll do:

• Oversee all aspects of financial operations across the UK and Italy, including transactional accounting, invoicing for key accounts and SMB clients, accounts receivable and payable, as well as bank transactions.

• Coordinate with external accounting firms to ensure timely statutory filings, VAT returns, payroll input, and year-end audits are completed accurately.

• Maintain strict compliance with UK and European GAAP standards, VAT regulations, and other relevant financial laws to safeguard organisational integrity.

• Ensure that all financial documentation aligns with audit requirements and legal standards while maintaining robust internal controls.

• Prepare and consolidate monthly management accounts for regional reporting purposes, liaising with global headquarters for seamless consolidation.

• Lead monthly closing activities by collaborating with various teams to ensure accurate reporting within tight deadlines.

• Develop and maintain reporting templates and internal workflows that enhance efficiency and transparency within the finance function.

• Produce ad hoc financial reports and summaries tailored for leadership review to support informed decision-making.

• Support the preparation of internal financial projections and scenario planning by conducting light-touch financial analysis for business expansion or partnership evaluation.

• Collaborate closely with the Regional Director and other business units on commercial planning initiatives to drive regional growth.

What You Bring

• Proven expertise in accounting principles ensures accuracy in all financial operations across multiple regions.

• Deep understanding of tax regulations enables compliance with UK and European GAAP standards as well as VAT requirements.

• Proficiency in financial systems allows efficient management of transactional accounting processes including invoicing, accounts receivable/payable, and bank transactions.

• Practical approach helps maintain alignment between financial documentation, audit requirements, and legal standards.

• Commitment to organisational excellence drives timely completion of statutory filings through effective coordination with external accountants.

• Attention to detail supports the preparation of consolidated monthly management accounts for regional reporting purposes.

• Collaborative nature fosters strong relationships with senior leadership during ad hoc reporting projects or scenario planning exercises.

• Ability to conduct light-touch financial analysis aids business expansion efforts by evaluating new markets or partnerships.

• Organisational skills enable the development of robust reporting templates that improve workflow efficiency within the finance function.

• Teamwork orientation ensures successful commercial planning alongside the Regional Director and other business units.

What sets this company apart:

A sector leader with an inclusive culture valuing every contribution. Enjoy flexible working, generous pensions and regular training on financial systems/regulations all to support your success. Their supportive leaders promote open collaboration, team initiatives and international perspectives-delivering professional growth in a warm, dependable environment.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career forward in a collaborative environment where your expertise will make a real difference-apply now!

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