Head of Finance

Tenzing Search ·tenzingsearch.com

Location London, England, United Kingdom
Salary GBP 75,000 - 85,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Director
Source Shazamme
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Head of Finance | London
 
We're partnering with a founder-led, high-growth multi-site business at an exciting and pivotal stage of expansion. With increasing investor interest and operational scale, the organisation is building a robust financial foundation to support sustainable growth.
They are now looking to hire a Head of Finance to build, shape, and scale the finance function from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to step into a key leadership role with significant influence over strategic direction and long-term success.
This role will work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team, combining strategic financial leadership with hands-on delivery.
 
The Role
  • Lead and professionalise the finance function, building processes, controls and reporting infrastructure
  • Own cashflow, treasury and working capital management
  • Deliver budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
  • Produce investor-facing reporting and support fundraising activity
  • Partner with leadership on commercial decisions including pricing, investment cases and cost control
  • Oversee day-to-day finance operations (invoicing, payroll, expenses, controls)
  • Manage financial systems and integrations (e.g. Xero and wider tech stack)
  • Drive cost discipline across the business and contribute to EBITDA performance
 
The Profile
  • Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
  • Experience building or scaling finance functions in a growth-stage business
  • Strong cashflow and treasury management expertise
  • Track record supporting investor reporting and fundraising
  • Commercially minded with strong understanding of unit economics and margins
  • Hands-on and comfortable operating across both strategy and detail
  • Strong communicator, able to partner with founders and non-finance stakeholders
  • Experience working with finance systems and integrations
 
Apply today to take ownership of a critical leadership role and accelerate your career within a forward-thinking, high-growth business.

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Who is hiring for the Head of Finance role?
Tenzing Search is hiring for the Head of Finance position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Head of Finance job located?
The Head of Finance role with Tenzing Search is based in London, GB.
What does the Head of Finance role pay?
Tenzing Search lists the Head of Finance role at GBP 75,000–85,000 per year.
Is the Head of Finance role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Tenzing Search.
What experience level is the Head of Finance role?
The Head of Finance position is aimed at director-level candidates.
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