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Job TitleGroup Financial Controller | SaaS | Private Equity | Remote
CompanyZanda
Job LocationLondon Area, United Kingdom
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Job CategoryFinance, Strategy/Planning, and Accounting/Auditing
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DescriptionZanda is an Executive search partner that works exclusively with high growth start-ups as they look to scale their business with senior talent. Zanda partners with VC’s Founder’s CEO’s and CFO’s when it comes to successfully delivering on key senior appointments. Who’s the business Zanda is partnering with a high growth SaaS business with an ARR of £40million based in London who are operating globally across the UK Europe US and Australia. PE backed they have ambitious global growth plans and are looking for a Group Financial Controller who can instill rigor and control as they scale with revenue currently growing at 25% year on year. Reporting directly to the CFO this newly created role will take ownership of global accounting and controls with responsibility for statutory compliance and audit readiness. Acting as the CFOs right hand on financial integrity you will lead the close and consolidation process oversee external audits and ensure best in class SaaS revenue recognition. You’ll play a pivotal role in building a robust finance function that supports the strategic growth and positions the business for a successful exit. What experiences you will gain Owning the group consolidations and leading the monthly quarterly and annual close Delivering the group wide annual statutory accounts and group audit Streamlining and improving the monthly close cycle ensuring robust checks and controls are present Overseeing revenue recognition and supporting SaaS ARR reconciliations Maintaining appropriate accounting policies for the group and keeping track of changes in accounting policies and standards Partnering with Stakeholders across the business to improve the reporting process Engaging with the external auditors to ensure a smooth year end audit Supporting the group ERP implementation utilising AI and leading on defining future requirements Developing and providing leadership to a highly skilled team What background should you have before you press apply! Qualified Accountant (ACA) with experience within SaaS in a VC or PE backed scale up Experience leading group consolidations with international entities Ability to develop successful relationships across the group and lead and develop a team Demonstratable experience of managing audits and implementing strong financial controls ERP implementation essential with a desire to drive change and utilise AI Excellent communicator who can advise and challenge senior non finance stakeholders
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