UK Financial Controller

As an Accountant, you'll be the cornerstone of our finance function, owning everything from reporting and compliance to financial operations and forecasting. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll partner closely with the executive team, investors, and department heads to ensure financial health, visibility, and strategic decision-making across the business.

You will have the opportunity to shape the financial future of a high-impact, high-growth company. You will have direct exposure to founders, investors, and key strategic decisions, and the opportunity to be part of a flexible, fast-paced work environment with opportunities to grow.

• Own end-to-end financial operations, including accounting, AP/AR, payroll, tax, and statutory compliance.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Develop and maintain internal controls, policies, and processes to support a scaling business.
• Collaborate with CFO/CEO on fundraising activities, investor reporting, and board packs.
• Build forecasting, budgeting, and scenario planning models to support rapid growth.
• Manage cash flow and working capital; optimize cost control and resource allocation.
• Oversee external relationships (auditors, tax advisors, banks).
• Recruit and develop a high-performing finance team as the business grows
• Support M&A, due diligence, and strategic investment initiatives.

Requirements

Essential:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• 5–8+ years of experience in finance, with at least 2–3 years in a controller or similar leadership role.
• Experience in a high-growth or investment-backed environment (startup/scale-up ideal)
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting skills (IFRS/GAAP).
• Hands-on, systems-oriented, and comfortable building processes from scratch.
• Commercially minded, strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Desirable:

• Experience with VC/PE-backed businesses or IPO-readiness.
• Exposure to SaaS, fintech, tech, or other fast-scaling industries.
• Familiarity with financial systems/tools (e.g., NetSuite Xero, QuickBooks, FP&A platforms).

Benefits

Hireframe provides nearshore and offshore staffing solutions, operating as a remote-first organization with team members located in the United States, Mexico, and the Philippines. Our robust benefits package includes:

• Permanent remote work flexibility
• Paid Time Off
• Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) coverage
• Annual performance bonuses
• Dedicated coaches offer an extra channel of support and skill-building
• Opportunities for professional growth

At Hireframe, we cultivate a supportive environment that fosters professional development and success, ensuring our team members thrive in their careers.

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