Head of Accounting
Location: London (Hybrid, 2 to 3 days in office)
Package: Base salary of £100,000 - £110,000 + annual company / personal performance bonus (£20,000) + share options

A high-growth, PE-backed global technology business is seeking a technically strong Head of Accounting to lead and develop its Group accounting function.
With revenues exceeding £100m and continued international expansion, the business operates across multiple jurisdictions including the UK, Europe, and the US. Backed by a top-tier private equity investor, the organisation is entering a pivotal phase of scale, creating an outstanding opportunity for a technically excellent accounting leader to make a meaningful impact.

This is a highly visible leadership role offering broad ownership, exposure to complex Group-level matters, and the opportunity to shape a function within a dynamic, fast-evolving environment.

The Role
Reporting into senior leadership, the Head of Accounting will take end-to-end ownership of Group financial reporting, audit, statutory compliance, and accounting policy. The role combines technical leadership, operational oversight, and team development within a growing international structure.
Key areas of responsibility include:
*Ownership of Group financial reporting, including consolidated financial statements under IFRS
*Oversight of statutory accounts and filings across multiple international entities
*Leadership of Group and local audits, ensuring continuous audit readiness
*Responsibility for month-end close, Group reporting, and balance sheet governance
*Acting as the technical accounting authority for complex and non-routine transactions
*Development and maintenance of group-wide accounting policies and procedures
*Strengthening financial controls, risk management, and process improvements
*Leadership, coaching, and development of a team of qualified and part-qualified accountants
*Delivery of lender reporting and covenant compliance
*Support across tax, treasury, insurance, regulatory, and growth initiatives
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will bring strong technical grounding alongside proven Group or multi-entity reporting experience.

Requirements:
*Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA)
*Training within a Top 20 audit firm
*7+ years post-qualification experience, currently operating in industry
*Strong experience within a Group or multi-entity reporting environment
*Up-to-date IFRS technical expertise
*US GAAP exposure advantageous but not essential
*Comfortable operating within a PE-backed or high-growth environment
*Strong leadership capability with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
Why This Role?
This opportunity offers:
*A high-impact leadership role with genuine ownership
*Exposure to complex, Group-level and international accounting matters
*The chance to shape processes, controls, and policies as the business continues to scale globally
*A collaborative, growth-focused environment
*Strong visibility with senior stakeholders and investors