About this UK Financial Controller role at Hireframe
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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