VP Finance - B2B Saas (London)

Cherry Ventures is supporting our portfolio with this hire

About Us: 

We are leading software federation within a vast cloud marketplace, empowering companies post investment through hands-on acceleration. Join us for a dynamic, fast-paced experience shaping the future of software. We seek a motivated and detail-oriented VP Finance to lead our finance function as we scale rapidly.  This role is ideal for a strategic financial leader with exceptional analytical and accounting skills and a strong commercial acumen.

Responsibilities:

• Financial Leadership: Oversee all aspects of finance, including accounting, financial reporting, systems, budgeting & forecasting, tax planning, and M&A integration.
• Strategic Partnership: Partner with leadership to develop and implement financial strategies that drive growth and profitability.
• Process Optimization: Implement best practices and financial processes to ensure smooth operations and support future acquisitions.
• Financial Integrity: Ensure the accuracy and integrity of all financial data and reporting.
• Hands-on Leadership: Be a leader who actively participates in all aspects of the role.
• Team Management: Lead and mentor finance leaders across the group, fostering a culture of accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Key Areas of Focus

• Implement robust reporting structures and finance systems for internal monitoring and external investor reporting.
• Manage internal legal/tax/audit compliance for the holding entity.
• Develop and maintain overall operating, and financing model forecasts, including P&L, cash flow and balance sheets (consolidated and individual companies with a 5-year outlook).
• Oversee and assist with financial due diligence for investments, liaising with legal on deal structures and maximizing value generation.
• Optimize capital allocation across the group.
• Select and collaborate with a group auditor to prepare accurate group accounts and implement systems/controls for a future IPO.
• Develop and implement equity incentive plans.
• Develop group accounting policies to standardise internal reporting of recurring revenue, ARR, EBITDA etc.
• Liaise with portfolio management and finance teams to prepare annual budgets, forecasts and for reporting.
• Collaborate with Group Head of Technology on internal data storage and record keeping, creating one source of truth for key financial documentation and information.

Qualifications:

• 7-15 years of experience in a fast-paced finance role, ideally within a software group, or professional services.
• Strong accounting & financial reporting with deep understanding of IFRS and UK GAAP.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and financial performance analysis.
• Strong work ethic.
• Proven track record of implementing financial systems and processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration across all levels.
• Strategic mindset and passion for partnering with the business to achieve goals.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently, lead effectively, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Exceptional analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Experience with M&A integration and sophisticated financing sources is a plus.
• B2B SaaS software experience is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Build and lead a vital function within a high-growth company.
• Dynamic work environment where your contributions make a real impact.
• Competitive salary and equity package.
• Be part of a world-class team.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.