Full job descriptionHarper May is working with a founder-led technology company that has reached £15m revenue and is now investing in its finance infrastructure to support the next phase of growth. The business has recently secured additional funding and is building out its back-office functions. They are now seeking a Financial Controller to establish robust financial controls and reporting as the company scales.
The Role
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will own the full finance control function-from transaction processing through to board reporting. This is a hands-on role that requires both technical rigour and the ability to communicate complex financial issues clearly to non-finance stakeholders in a growing, fast-moving business.
*Execute the monthly close cycle, producing accurate management accounts and statutory returns on time
*Design and embed financial controls and process documentation to support scaling
*Manage GL reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and balance sheet ownership
*Lead tax compliance and audit engagement with external advisors
*Build cash flow forecasting and working capital management disciplines
*Support strategic finance projects, including systems implementation and process redesign
*Line manage a junior finance team and define capability requirements as the function grows
What we are looking for

*Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
*5+ years as a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager, ideally in technology or software
*Proven ability to lead month-end and year-end closes independently
*Solid grounding in IFRS/UK GAAP and revenue recognition under IFRS 15
*Systems-comfortable and pragmatic about process improvement
*Clear communicator who can distil financial data for a commercial audience