Finance Lead London, England
Job description
V7 is an AI data platform to automate any visual task, voted by Forbes as one of the top 25 machine learning startups of 2021. We have raised over $40 million in venture funding and are backed by some of the most competent individuals in AI. We manage the training data and models of hundreds of AI companies and enterprises. What sets us apart is our team's obsession with pushing our product to where AI will be three years from today.
Take a tour of our product in 90 seconds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-DMAN8gbjk
About the role:
As an Finance Lead reporting to the VP of Finance & Operations, you will manage a small but mighty team including our Financial Controller and immediately be tasked with hiring an additional team member, bringing more of the function inhouse as we scale.
What you’ll do:
- Ownership of the entire accounting function: to ensure a smooth operation. Manage financial reporting, analysis, and compliance to support the company's financial goals and investment plans.
- Build and lead a high-performing finance team: Recruit, develop, and manage a team of finance professionals. Foster a collaborative and growth-oriented environment to maximize team productivity and effectiveness.
- Drive strategic financial planning: Collaborate with FP&A and sales leaders to develop accurate forecasting, analytics, and planning processes. Provide actionable insights and intelligence to support predictable sales outcomes.
- Align company goals with financial priorities: Work closely with leadership and finance teams to align company objectives with the financial plan. Establish evaluation methods to assess return on investment across the business.
- Own the financial model and growth plan: Take ownership of the company's financial model and growth plan. Manage cash flow, set budgets, and identify opportunities to optimize expenses and reduce burn rate.
Who you are :
- Proven track record in leading and managing the finance and accounting function within a fast-paced environment.
- Extensive experience in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, regulations, and financial reporting standards.
- Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to mentor and develop a team.
- Experience working in a SaaS or technology-driven company.
- Proficiency in financial software and tools and data analytics platforms.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide strategic financial insights and recommendations.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Professional certifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA etc).
- Nice to have: Previous involvement in fundraising or scaling Finance and/or Accounting teams during periods of hyper-growth in early-stage startups, preferably from Series A through to Series C or D.
- Nice to have: Specialisation in B2B SaaS with AI/Deep Tech experience or a strong interest in Computer Vision AI.
- Nice to have: A passion and curiosity for staying updated on industry trends and emerging financial tech for SaaS.
Benefits:
Strong salary and stock options.
Private Healthcare via Vitality.
Enhanced parental leave.
4-day company wide retreats in stunning locations.
Central London office with a barista, fresh fruit, and other amenities.
Ability to work remotely in a hybrid setup.
New Apple hardware.
Paid tickets, accommodation, and travel to relevant conferences, nationally or internationally (NeurIPS, ICCV, CVPR, ...) to expand your network & knowledge during normal times.
Compensation Range: £90K - £110K
