Description

Our client is a PE backed Technology business that is looking to hire a Financial Controller to support growht and expansion. The role is newly created and is based in Central London. They offer hybrid working 2-3 days in the office per week. Ideally this role would suit someone who has previously worked for a PE / VC business that has been through an exit. This role offers excellent benefits such as PMI with clear career progression from day 1 with the aim to become the HOF / FD within the next 18 months.

The Financial Controller will play a critical role in strengthening the finance function of a fast-growing, Private Equity-backed business. Reporting to the CFO, th e role will lead the financial control, reporting, and compliance agenda while building scalable processes and systems to support growth and prepare the business for a successful future exit.

The successful candidate will ensure robust financial reporting, strong internal controls, and high-quality management information to support decision making by the executive team and investors. The Financial Controller will also help drive operational improvements across the finance function as the business scales.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Control

• Lead the monthly management accounts process, delivering accurate and timely reporting including variance analysis and KPI tracking.
• Ensure robust financial controls and governance across the organisation.
• Own the balance sheet integrity, including reconciliations and working capital management.
• Manage statutory accounts preparation and audit processes.
• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS and all relevant financial regulations.

Private Equity & Board Reporting

• Support the CFO in delivering high-quality board packs and investor reporting.
• Produce monthly and quarterly financial reporting for the PE sponsor.
• Assist with EBITDA bridge analysis, KPI dashboards, and performance insights.
• Support financial analysis required for strategic decision making.

Exit & Transaction Readiness

• Support the CFO in preparing the business for future exit processes, including:
  • Vendor due diligence
  • Data room preparation
  • Financial model support
  • Audit readiness
• Ensure clean financial data and strong reporting processes to withstand investor scrutiny.

Cash Flow & Working Capital

• Manage cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning.
• Drive improvements in working capital management, including:
  • Debtor collections
  • WIP management
  • Billing processes
• Partner with operational teams to improve cash conversion.

Finance Operations

• Lead and develop the finance team, driving performance and continuous improvement.
• Improve and automate finance processes and systems.
• Oversee billing, revenue recognition, and project accounting relevant to consultancy environments.
• Ensure payroll, VAT, tax filings, and regulatory obligations are met.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Drive improvements in financial systems, reporting tools, and data quality.
• Support finance transformation initiatives to create a scalable finance function.
• Implement best practices in automation, controls, and reporting efficiency.

Business Partnering

• Partner with operational leaders to improve financial visibility and performance management.
• Provide financial insights around utilisation, project margins, and profitability.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.

Key Skills & Experience

Essential

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
• Significant experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role.
• Experience in Private Equity-backed or investor-led environments.
• Strong experience with management reporting, financial controls, and audit processes.
• Experience managing and developing finance teams.
• Strong systems and process improvement mindset.

Desirable

• Experience in consulting, professional services, or project-based businesses.
• Experience supporting M&A, due diligence, or exit processes.
• Experience with ERP implementations or finance transformation projects.

Key Competencies

• Strong technical accounting and financial control expertise
• High attention to detail and financial accuracy
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced PE environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• Effective communication with senior stakeholders and investors
• Leadership and team development skills

Success Measures

• Timely and accurate monthly reporting and board packs
• Strong cash flow visibility and working capital management
• Clean and audit-ready financial records
• Scalable finance processes supporting growth
• Effective preparation for future exit or transaction

Why Join

• Opportunity to play a key leadership role in a PE-backed growth story
• Exposure to board and investor-level decision making
• Significant involvement in transaction and exit preparation
• Ability to build and shape a high-performing finance function