Financial Controller

Harper May

  • Covent Garden, Central London
  • £90,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
  • Apply easily
Harper May is partnering with a cutting-edge AI start-up that is rapidly scaling its operations and product reach. As the company builds momentum in the market, they are seeking a commercially astute Financial Controller to establish and lead the finance function, ensuring robust financial processes and supporting strategic growth.Role Overview:
As Financial Controller, you will work closely with the leadership team to drive the financial strategy and deliver timely, accurate insights to support decision-making. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, agile environments and is excited about working at the intersection of finance, innovation, and technology.Key Responsibilities:Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flowBuild scalable financial processes, controls, and reporting frameworks to support rapid growthSupport budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling across departmentsManage compliance with financial regulations and prepare for external auditsProvide regular reporting and analysis to founders, board members, and investorsOwn financial systems and data integrity, implementing improvements as the company scalesCollaborate with product, operations, and commercial teams to support business case developmentAssist with funding rounds, financial due diligence, and investor reportingOversee transactional finance and support the development of a small finance team as the company growsKey Requirements:ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with strong post-qualified experienceExperience within a high-growth start-up, preferably in the AI, SaaS, or wider tech sectorStrong understanding of technical accounting and financial control in a scaling businessProven ability to implement and improve finance systems and reporting toolsCommercially minded, confident working with founders and external stakeholdersHighly organised with excellent attention to detail and strong Excel skillsComfortable operating both strategically and hands-on in a lean team environment

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