Head of Finance

A high-growth, internationally operating SME is looking to appoint a Head of Finance to lead and develop its finance function during an exciting period of global expansion. Operating across multiple international markets, this entrepreneurial business is looking for a finance leader who can combine strategic oversight with hands-on ownership of financial operations, reporting, controls, and process improvement. Reporting directly to the founders, this is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to shape the finance function, improve scalability, and play a key part in supporting continued international growth. Key responsibilities: • Lead the finance function across multiple international entities. • Own the month-end close process and ensure accurate, timely reporting. • Produce management accounts, P&L reporting, and commercial analysis for senior leadership. • Manage cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning. • Oversee treasury, multi-currency cash management, and intercompany accounting. • Maintain strong financial controls and drive process improvements. • Manage external advisors, audits, and statutory reporting requirements. • Improve systems, data integrity, and reporting capabilities. • Lead and develop a growing finance team. About you: • Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong technical and commercial experience. • Experience working in a fast-paced SME or scaling business environment. • Comfortable operating across multiple entities and currencies. • Strong understanding of reporting, controls, and cash management. • A proactive, hands-on leader who enjoys building and improving processes. • Confident partnering with founders and senior stakeholders. What's on offer: • Opportunity to join a rapidly growing international business. • Significant exposure to founders and senior leadership. • Ownership and autonomy to shape the finance function. • Supportive, entrepreneurial culture with genuine career development opportunities.