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native

16d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
    Banking & Finance
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need senior finance leadership experience, startup scaling skills, strong financial knowledge, team management abilities, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills. Professional accounting qualification preferred.
  • You will provide financial guidance, oversee finance operations, lead budgeting and reporting, collaborate on growth strategies, manage investor relations, and mentor the finance team.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Finance Director or in a senior financial leadership role, ideally within a private equity environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to professionalise and scale finance functions in a start-up setting, comfortable with high-growth situations, and with a track record of driving strategic performance and growth.
  • Strong understanding of financial management, accounting principles, and regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop a high-performing finance team.
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic mindset.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships with key stakeholders and influencing decision-making.
  • Excellent academic record and Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, CIMA) preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic financial guidance and insight to the CEO and executive team, supporting decision-making and long-term planning.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership to drive business performance and growth.
  • Oversee all aspects of the finance function, ensuring robust financial systems and processes and controls, accurate reporting, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Develop and implement financial strategies to support business objectives.
  • Lead financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities.
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management ensuring the company maintains adequate liquidity and optimises working capital.
  • Partner with operational leaders to identify and capitalize on growth opportunities, optimising financial performance across the business.
  • Provide accurate and timely financial reports to the board and investors, offering insights and recommendations based on financial analysis.
  • Act as a key liaison with key investors, auditors, and other external stakeholders.
  • Support / lead efforts to secure and manage external financing, including negotiating terms with lenders, investors, and underwriters.
  • Optimise the company's capital structure by managing debt, equity, and other financing options to ensure optimal liquidity and financial flexibility.
  • Evaluate and execute M&A opportunities, including due diligence, valuation, and integration of acquired businesses to drive strategic growth.
  • Develop, lead, and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and excellence.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the VP of Finance position?

The salary range for the VP of Finance position is between £110k and £130k, depending on experience, plus equity.

What qualifications are preferred for this role?

An excellent academic record and a professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, CIMA) are preferred for this role.

What type of finance experience is required for this position?

Proven experience as a Finance Director or in a senior financial leadership role, ideally within a private equity environment, is required.

Is there an opportunity for professional development in this role?

Yes, the role offers opportunities to develop, lead, and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Are there opportunities for part-time work in this position?

Yes, we are happy to consider part-time or fractional workers for this position, with a rate determined based on the agreed hours.

What kind of benefits are offered to employees?

Benefits include a pension contribution of 5%, 25 days off (excluding bank holidays), a day off on your birthday, share options for all, a Mac or Windows laptop, a health and wellbeing budget, and a season ticket loan scheme.

What is the company culture like at native?

At native, we prioritize diversity and inclusion, creating an equitable environment for everyone to thrive and ensuring that all employees receive support for their growth.

What are the main responsibilities of the VP of Finance?

The VP of Finance will provide strategic financial guidance, oversee financial planning and reporting, manage budgeting and cash flow, evaluate M&A opportunities, and develop a high-performing finance team.

Who does the VP of Finance report to?

The VP of Finance will report directly to the CEO and collaborate closely with the executive leadership team.

What kind of growth opportunities are available in this role?

The VP of Finance will play a pivotal role in driving the company's growth strategy, which includes both corporate finance and M&A activities, thus providing significant opportunities for professional advancement.

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native

Powering Campus Culture

Entertainment & Media
Industry
51-200
Employees
2015
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

native is a platform that connects students with amazing experiences, built out of a passion to help students have the best time at university. We bring high quality virtual and IRL events to campuses across the UK and Ireland whilst supporting campuses with powerful engagement tools. Global brands and event organisers trust the native platform to bring their events and content on to campus and we’re proud of helping support our SU partners with valuable marketing revenues and partnerships which their members love.

Culture & Values

  • We are agile

    We collaborate and seek continual improvement whilst being both flexible and adaptable. The customer is at the heart of everything we do, always.

  • innovate

    We take disruptive, curious and creative solutions to market, to help overcome the challenges faced by our customers.

  • We genuinely care

    We believe in giving back to the community through technology and will always champion successful solutions that improve students’ lives.

  • We are inclusive

    We actively seek diversity of thought and champion differences of opinion. We are always authentic in our delivery.