We are thrilled to represent a fast-growing European-based Venture Capital Fund in their search for an exceptional Head of Finance . This is an outstanding opportunity to lead the finance function of a dynamic, forward-thinking firm that invests in high-growth innovative businesses.
The successful candidate tasked with building a best-in-class finance and portfolio reporting function. Over time, the position offers the potential to evolve into a broader operational role, becoming a key decision-maker and contributor to the management team.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Lead all financial management and operations of the firm and its funds, ensuring best-in-class standards.
- Partner with the Founders and management team to drive operational excellence and efficiency.
- Oversee budgets, forecasts, and monthly management accounts, ensuring robust treasury management, including cash balances, foreign currency management, and hedging.
Fund Operations & Reporting
- Manage fund administrators to oversee capital calls, investment funding, divestment, financial reporting, audits, and tax matters.
- Maintain and refine fund financial models, including portfolio summaries, reserve allocations, recycling, and exit forecasts.
- Supervise quarterly portfolio reviews with the investment team, managing key company metrics and reporting.
- Support the fundraising process by handling all financial and reporting aspects.
Portfolio & Compliance Oversight
- Provide financial and structural support for investments across various geographies and jurisdictions.
- Ensure all regulatory, FCA, and Companies House compliance requirements are met.
- Supervise audits and oversee the preparation of valuation reports in collaboration with auditors, the investment team, and portfolio companies.
Operational Excellence
- Manage payment processes, invoicing, expenses, and ensure appropriate cost allocations.
- Oversee employee remuneration, including bonuses, benefits, and pension administration.
- Lead tax management for the Adviser, ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations.
- Spearhead innovations in processes and systems, leveraging tech-enabled solutions for increased efficiency.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with experience in Private Equity or Venture Capital, who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments. They possess exceptional leadership, strategic insight, and a hands-on approach.
Key Skills & Qualifications
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
- Experience within PE or VC
- Strong communicator with high EQ, presence, and the ability to build quality relationships with stakeholders.
- Proven leadership and people management skills, with a natural ability to nurture and develop talent.
- Innovative, forward-thinking, and passionate about driving change to achieve best-in-class processes and systems.
- High levels of IT literacy with a strong interest in tech-enabled financial solutions.
- Strong growth mindset, resilience, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Agile, self-directed, and adaptable to a dynamic and growing business landscape.
