Interim Finance Director

Interim Finance Director – PE backed SaaS & Data Insights Business

London (Hybrid)

3–6 Months | Immediate Start | Day Rate £600+/day

A high-growth SaaS and data-focused business is seeking an Interim Finance Director to lead its finance function during a key period of expansion. Following the launch of new digital products and with investment on the horizon, the company requires a commercially minded finance leader to provide stability, oversight and forward-looking insight.

The Opportunity

You will lead a small finance team and take responsibility for the full finance agenda, including financial operations, controls, reporting and planning. With rapid scaling underway, the role requires someone comfortable working in a fast-paced, product-led environment who can balance day-to-day delivery with strategic input.

Key Areas of Focus

• Maintain financial rigour and oversight across all core processes
• Support preparation for potential investment, including building out FP&A and Board-level reporting
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and cashflow planning
• Oversee compliance, audit, tax and regulatory responsibilities (UK and international)
• Manage and mentor the existing team (management accountant, credit control, bookkeeping)
• Improve financial systems, processes and reporting tools (Xero, Excel, PowerBI)
• Partner with senior stakeholders, particularly commercial and operational leads

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with experience in senior finance roles in fast-growth, tech-led businesses
• Strong understanding of SaaS business models and relevant metrics
• Comfortable working hands-on while providing strategic guidance to the exec team
• Proven ability to improve reporting, controls and financial planning in an SME environment
• Available immediately or at short notice (two weeks max)