Head of Finance

4 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Workingmums Full time

Job Opportunity: Interim Head of Finance

Cedar is currently partnered with an exciting venture capital-backed software as a service (SaaS) business to help them secure a Head of Finance on a part-time basis (2-3 days per week). The role is to support the senior leadership team and venture capital firm and would be based in their central London office. The role is a 3-4 month initial contract, paying a day rate between (Apply online only) outside IR35.

About the Company

This cutting-edge venture capital-backed business provides technology into a niche area for the entertainment sector. Their product is highly advanced and offers a simplified solution to their customers. They are on a highly impressive growth trajectory and will be instrumental in remoulding their area of the market.

The Role

As Interim Head of Finance, you would:

  1. Oversee day-to-day finance operations to ensure the smooth functioning of all core business-as-usual (BAU) finance processes. This includes managing a bookkeeper and ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions, reconciliations, and monthly closings.
  2. Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify and implement efficiencies in the finance function, including updates to software and processes, staff upskilling, and the introduction of automated systems. Provide ongoing support and iterative improvements to enhance reporting metrics and manage operational finance issues.
  3. Develop and manage consolidated cashflow and balance sheet forecasting models. Present regular financial reports to investors and the board.
  4. Review and enhance monthly management accounts and reporting packs. Ensure timely and accurate communication with the senior leadership team and investors, implementing standardised reporting processes to streamline investor interactions.
  5. Support the CEO in managing fundraising initiatives, including overseeing financial modelling and investor communications. Provide support for forecasting and investor updates for ongoing fundraising activities.

Your Profile

You will ideally have:

  1. A formal accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CA, etc).
  2. Proven experience in SaaS-focused start-up or SME.
  3. Strong understanding of financial modelling, scenario planning, etc.
  4. Business partnering experience to be able to collaborate with senior leadership.
  5. The rate of (Apply online only) per day represents either a logical increase in your rate or a similar level to your previous experience.

Compensation & Benefits

As well as the day rate of (Apply online only) per day, this 2-3 days per week contract role as Interim Head of Finance offers the chance to work alongside a highly impressive senior leadership team in concert with an extremely successful venture capital firm. The role offers exposure to a highly innovative, prestigious business during a phase of expansion and development. Their highly impressive central London office is easily accessible via public transport routes.

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