[Hiring] Financial Controller @Hireframe

Role Description

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Requirements

• 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

• 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.