Finance Lead overseeing financial health and growth strategies for a dual-use technology company in London. Collaborating with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
Responsibilities
Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with accounting standards
Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, working with department heads to create clear, actionable financial plans
Monitor financial performance, analysing variances and providing insights to drive strategic business decisions
Manage cash flow, ensuring sufficient liquidity and effective working capital management
Enhance financial controls and processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and compliance
Collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions to ensure regulatory and statutory compliance
Provide financial analysis to support strategic initiatives, business cases, pricing decisions, and investment opportunities
Implement and manage financial systems and tools that support reporting and planning
Lead, coach, and develop finance team members to foster a high-performance culture
Advise senior leadership on financial risk, opportunities, and long-term planning
Support company-wide initiatives, contributing to a strong, collaborative, and growth-oriented culture
Requirements
Proven experience as a Finance Lead, Senior Accountant, or similar financial leadership role
Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, and reporting standards
Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) preferred
Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling
Advanced proficiency with Excel and financial reporting tools
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders
Experience managing or supervising finance team members
Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment
Proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement
Benefits
Competitive salary and equity grants
Employer pension contributions;
UK roles include enhanced employer pension contributions
US roles include 401(k) retirement savings plan – traditional and Roth
Platinum healthcare benefit;
For US roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans at little to no cost to you
For UK roles, Valarian will cover the full cost of the Private Medical Insurance (PMI) premium for an employee and dependents
Basic Life / AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Valarian
Hybrid work arrangements are managed at team level
Generous holiday calendar and PTO
Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility)
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