Finance & Operations Lead

Finance & Operations Lead Location: London (Hybrid)Type: Full-timeA high-growth SaaS business, backed by top-tier investors, is entering an exciting phase of scale. With strong momentum across its product offering and customer base, the company is now building out its in-house finance and operations capability. This is a newly created, high-impact role reporting directly to the CEO, offering a rare opportunity to take full ownership of the finance function while helping shape the operational infrastructure of the business. You’ll be at the centre of decision-making, partnering with senior leadership and building a function from the ground up in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.The Role This is a broad, hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys operating across both strategic and operational finance.Key responsibilities include:

• Owning month-end close, management accounts, and board-level reporting
• Leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning cycles
• Building and maintaining financial models, cash flow forecasts, and KPI reporting to aid strrategic decision-making
• Transitioning outsourced finance in-house (AP/AR, payroll, reporting)
• Designing and implementing scalable systems, processes, and controls
• Partnering with commercial teams on pricing, contracts, and revenue analysis
• Supporting investor reporting and strategic initiatives
• Overseeing operational areas including entity management, suppliers, and insurance

About You We’re looking for a high-potential, commercially minded finance professional ready to step into a broader leadership role earlier in their career.You will likely have:

• ACA / ACCA (or equivalent) qualification, ideally Big 4 trained
• 1–3 years’ post-qualified experience in industry
• Experience within a high-growth, SaaS, or technology-led environment 
• Strong financial modelling, reporting, and business partnering skills
• A hands-on, “roll up your sleeves” mindset with the ability to operate across multiple disciplines
• Commercial awareness and confidence working with senior stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to simplify complex financial information

Why Apply?

• Genuine ownership of the finance function from day one
• Direct exposure to CEO, leadership team, and board
• High-growth environment with strong potential to become FD/CFO
• Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package
• Hybrid working with a collaborative, high-performing culture

If you’re an ambitious finance professional looking to accelerate your career in a fast-scaling business, this is a standout opportunity to step into a role with real breadth, visibility, and impact.