Interim Head of Finance @ Intigriti in London

• Collaborate with the senior management team to develop and implement the financial strategy aligned with the company’s overall goals and objectives.

• Lead the annual budgeting process, providing accurate financial projections and ensuring alignment with strategic initiatives.

• Conduct financial analysis to identify opportunities for revenue growth, cost optimization, and risk management.

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, management reports, and regulatory filings in Belgium, UK and Singapore.

• Oversee the annual audit in Belgium and in the UK.

• Monitor and analyse financial performance, providing insights to the board and other key stakeholders.

• Develop and maintain financial dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs) to track business performance and support decision-making.

Cash Flow Management

• Manage cash flow, forecasting short-term and long-term cash requirements.

• Implement effective cash flow management practices to optimize working capital and support growth initiatives.

• Establish relationships with financial institutions and manage banking relationships.

Financial Operations and Controls

• Establish and maintain robust financial controls, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

• Oversee the day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger.

• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Financial Risk Management

• Identify and mitigate financial risks, including currency fluctuations, credit risk, and market volatility.

• Develop and maintain appropriate risk management policies and procedures.

• Monitor and report on key financial risk indicators, providing recommendations for risk mitigation strategies.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead and mentor the finance team, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.

• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the finance department.

• Promote knowledge sharing and cross-functional collaboration across the organization.

• A master’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field and / or professional qualification (e.g., CIMA / ACCA).

• Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in a senior finance role, ideally in a high-growth SAAS company or technology start-up environment.

• Strong knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

• Proven experience presenting at a board level.

• In-depth understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and compliance standards (in particular the UK regulatory landscape)

• Up-to-date knowledge on UK payroll rules and regulations

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial management software and tools.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.

• Exceptional leadership abilities, with a track record of effectively managing and developing teams.

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders.