Finance Lead

Finance LeadCentral London | £60,000 - £80,000 We're partnering with an exciting venture-backed technology start-up. The business combines the pace and innovation of a high-growth start-up with the stability and support of a large Private Equity-backed healthcare organisation. Based in Central London, the company is entering its next phase of growth and is looking to appoint a commercially minded Finance Lead to help scale the finance function. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 2-3 years' post-qualified experience (PQE) who wants to take ownership, work closely with senior leadership, and gain exposure to board-level decision-making in a fast-growing environment. The OpportunityReporting directly to the CEO and working closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the financial and operational foundations of the business. This is a broad, hands-on position that extends beyond traditional finance, offering exposure to commercial planning, investor reporting, people operations, governance, and business transformation projects. Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & Business Performance • Prepare and own monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and performance commentary. • Produce board and leadership reporting packs with meaningful business insights. • Track key business KPIs and support the ongoing development of reporting dashboards. • Ensure robust financial controls and accurate, timely reporting. • Monitor spend against budget and identify risks and opportunities. Budgeting, Forecasting & Commercial Support • Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasting processes. • Support long-term financial planning, cash runway analysis and funding requirements. • Partner with leadership teams to evaluate commercial performance and strategic initiatives. • Develop financial models, business cases and scenario analysis. • Provide insight into pricing, sales performance and investment decisions. Cash Flow & Finance Operations • Manage cash flow and working capital to support continued growth. • Oversee supplier payments, expenses and accounts processes. • Monitor business spending and identify drivers of cost performance. • Support efficient finance operations and continuous process improvement. Payroll, Compliance & Controls • Oversee payroll, pensions and statutory compliance obligations. • Manage VAT, PAYE and other regulatory requirements. • Support company secretarial activities and governance processes. • Ensure compliance with relevant financial and regulatory standards. Systems, Process Improvement & Business Operations • Drive improvements across finance systems, controls and reporting processes. • Support implementation and optimisation of finance and people systems. • Maintain finance governance and operational documentation. • Contribute to cross-functional projects as the business continues to scale. HR & Administrative Oversight • Support key employee lifecycle processes including onboarding and offboarding. • Assist with employee benefits, policy administration and workforce reporting. • Help maintain a strong operational infrastructure within a growing business. About YouWe're looking for an ambitious finance professional who enjoys operating in a fast-moving environment and is excited by the opportunity to make a tangible impact. Essential Experience • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. • 2-3 years' post-qualified experience (PQE). • Experience producing management accounts, forecasts and board-level reporting. • Strong budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management skills. • Excellent commercial acumen and analytical capability. • Ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and non-finance colleagues. • Strong attention to detail combined with a proactive, hands-on approach. Desirable Experience • Experience within a start-up, scale-up, technology or high-growth business. • Exposure to investor reporting, fundraising or Private Equity-backed environments. • Knowledge of Xero and modern finance technology platforms. • Experience working across finance and broader business operations.