Finance Manager

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About the Role

We are looking for a newly qualified ACA/ACCA to join our fast-growing software company as a Finance Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to move beyond traditional reporting and take on a pivotal role in shaping the finance function in a dynamic, technology-driven environment.

As Finance Manager, you'll be responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong controls, and supporting decision-making across the business. You'll gain exposure to SaaS metrics, subscription revenue models, and cross-functional projects with revenue operations, marketing and engineering.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Control

• Produce accurate monthly management accounts and board packs with insightful analysis.
• Oversee statutory reporting, liaising with auditors to ensure timely and clean audits.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and relevant reporting standards.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls to support a scaling software business.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support annual budgets and rolling forecasts with scenario modelling.
• Provide variance analysis and actionable insights for senior management.
• Build financial models to support growth, new product launches, and international expansion.

Cashflow & Revenue Management

• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and SaaS revenue recognition (IFRS 15).
• Partner with commercial teams on pricing strategies, customer contracts, and renewal cycles.
• Support the Controller in managing investor relations and potential funding rounds.

Business Partnering

• Collaborate with product, sales, and operations to align financial performance with strategy.
• Provide insights into SaaS KPIs such as ARR, MRR, churn, and customer acquisition costs.
• Present clear, actionable recommendations to leadership teams.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive automation and efficiency in financial processes through digital tools.
• Contribute to strengthening governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• ACA or ACCA: Newly Qualified to 2yrs PQE
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP/IFRS).
• Advanced Excel
• High attention to detail, with the ability to thrive in a scaling environment.
• Strong communication skills to influence stakeholders across the business.

Desirable

• Experience with SaaS/recurring revenue models and IFRS 15.
• SQL / VBA / Python

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to progress into Financial Controller or Head of Finance roles as the company scales.
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.
• A culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning in a leading software company.