Head of Finance Transformation Hyper-Growth SaaS Scale-Up - Harmonic Group Ltd : Job Details

Interim Head of Finance Transformation | Hyper-growth SaaS Scale-Up | 6-Month Contract

Harmonic are delighted to be working exclusively with a rapidly scaling SaaS Scale-Up to find them a Financial Controls focussed Head of Finance Transformation, on an initial 6-month interim contract.

Our client has developed breakthrough technology which is utilised by world leading institutions across the UK, US, and beyond. They are a mission driven business and have a diverse team from all walks of life which is something they are very proud about.

Team collaboration is important for them, especially during this interim period as the company enters a significant period of growth and change. They are therefore looking for someone who is open to a hybrid working model, where they can collaborate with the wider finance team and across departments.

The Role

This role reports directly into the CFO, you'll be working closely to review the controls and financial accounting processes internally. The role will have technical elements to it which requires a deep understanding of statutory reporting, audit and transfer pricing. Given they are an international business, they require an experienced candidate with a background in consolidating accounts for businesses based in both the UK & US.

Duties

• Take lead and ownership of accounting, audit, regulatory compliance and payroll processes.
• Suggest and implement improvements to financial control processes
• Consolidate accounts for the UK & US entities.
• Investigate, suggest and potentially implement a new ERP system implementation
• Support with preparation for the audit, including statutory accounts under UK GAAP & US GAAP.
• Make continuous improvements to financial systems.

Essential Skills

• Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
• Previous experience in a fast growth scale-up business.
• Experience developing Financial Controls.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Highly knowledgeable about financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and controls.
• Effective communicator.
• Knowledge of UK GAAP & US GAAP.
• Experience or active interest in Technology and SaaS.

Bonus Skills

• Previously worked within the FinTech, B2B SaaS, or broader Tech sector.
• Experience using NetSuite.

Day Rate: £500-£600 per day (Outside IR35)

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Kings Cross (2-3 days per week in the office)

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At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.

At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.