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Finance Director – High-Growth FinTech
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Finance Director – High-Growth FinTech
London | Hybrid (4 days office, 1 WFH) | International Exposure
We’re working with a fast-growing, tech-enabled financial services business undergoing significant expansion across multiple international markets.
This is a newly created role due to growth, offering the chance to build and shape the reporting function from the ground up while working closely with senior leadership.
The Opportunity
As FD, you’ll take ownership of financial reporting, controls, audit, and regulatory compliance, stepping into a critical leadership gap within the team.
This is a hands-on, high-visibility role with the opportunity to:
- Build processes from scratch
- Lead key regulatory initiatives
- Play a central role in international expansion
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Controls
- Own the preparation of financial statements and group reporting
- Design and implement robust financial controls and processes
- Lead the audit process and manage external relationships
- Take ownership of regulatory reporting in a changing environment
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International Expansion
- Lead the setup of a new European entity, including structure, reporting, and compliance
- Partner with FP&A, legal, risk, and compliance teams
- Support expansion into new jurisdictions
Build & Improve
- Establish scalable processes within a growing finance function
- Identify gaps and implement best-in-class practices
- Act as a key advisor to senior stakeholders
About You
- Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
- Big 4 or Top 10 trained, with 5+ years PQE
- Strong grounding in financial statements, controls, and audit
- Experience in financial services or regulated environments preferred
- Exposure to regulatory reporting (e.g. MiFID) is advantageous but not essential
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This role will suit someone who:
- Thrives in a build environment rather than maintaining the status quo
- Has the confidence to take ownership and drive change
- Is commercially aware and curious, with a desire to learn
- Enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Brings a personable, engaging style – strong stakeholder interaction is key
Why Apply?
- Genuine opportunity to build a function from scratch
- Exposure to international growth and regulatory complexity
- Work directly with senior leadership
- Join a high-energy, entrepreneurial culture
- Clear scope for career progression and broader responsibilities
Package
- Competitive salary: (depending on scope and experience)
- Hybrid working (4 days in-office)
- Modern, collaborative working environment
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