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Harper May is working with a London-headquartered financial services firm backed by growth equity investment.
The business has scaled steadily over the past three years, diversifying its product range and expanding its client base across multiple asset classes.
As the organisation moves into a new phase of strategic development, the finance function needs to evolve its analytical capability.
They are now seeking an FP&A Manager to build deeper commercial insight and strengthen decision support across the business.
The Role
Reporting to the Finance Director, you will own the end-to-end planning cycle, including annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and ad hoc scenario modelling.
You will provide senior leadership and the board with clear, timely analysis on financial performance, profitability drivers, and business trajectory.
This is a role that sits at the intersection of operational delivery and strategic planning.
Key Responsibilities
Design and execute annual budget and quarterly forecasting processes, ensuring consistency and accuracy across the businessBuild and maintain financial models for scenario testing, business case evaluation, and what-if analysisProduce monthly and ad hoc reporting with variance analysis, explaining performance against plan and highlighting emerging trendsAnalyse profitability and revenue drivers by product line, client segment, and cost centre to support operational and commercial decisionsChallenge assumptions and provide insight to senior stakeholders; distil complex data into clear, actionable recommendationsStreamline FP&A processes and reporting output; identify opportunities to improve forecasting discipline and data integritySupport M&A evaluation and strategic initiatives with financial analysis and due diligence support
What we are looking for
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified, or equivalent professional financial background3+ years in FP&A or commercial finance, ideally in financial services or a regulated environmentProficiency in Excel and financial modelling; exposure to ERP systems or FP&A software a plusAbility to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-finance stakeholders and board-level audiencesMethodical, detail-oriented approach with comfort operating under tight deadlines and regulatory scrutinySelf-directed problem-solver who takes ownership of process improvement and data quality ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: City of London, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £80k - 90k per year
Posted: 2026-06-16 20:23:19
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Harper May is working with a growing property developer operating across residential and mixed-use schemes in the South East.
The business has expanded its portfolio significantly over the past three years through a combination of organic growth and strategic partnerships, and now manages a pipeline of projects at various stages of planning and delivery.
With increased complexity in financial reporting and a need to embed stronger commercial discipline across the development cycle, the business is now strengthening its finance function and seeking a Head of Finance.
The RoleReporting to the Managing Director, you will lead the finance team and own all financial operations, strategy, and reporting.
This is a hands-on role that combines oversight of day-to-day accounting with direct involvement in project appraisal, cash flow planning, and commercial decision-making across the development pipeline.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the complete finance function, including statutory accounts, management reporting, and regulatory complianceBuild and oversee project-level financial tracking and profitability analysis across live developmentsLead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management to support planning and development cyclesWork closely with operational and commercial teams to provide financial insight and support decision-making on scheme viability and marginOversee balance sheet management, working capital control, and banking relationshipsManage external advisers and audit processesDrive improvements in finance systems, data quality, and reporting capability
What we are looking for
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with 7+ years of post-qualification experienceDemonstrated experience in property development, real estate, or construction financeStrong technical accounting skills with proven ability to build robust financial controlsCommercial acumen and experience working alongside operational and project teamsTeam leadership capability and proven ability to manage and develop finance staffStrong communication skills and comfort working at board level ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: City of London, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £90k - 100k per year
Posted: 2026-06-15 20:40:15
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Harper May is working with a founder-led restaurant group operating across London and the South East.
The business has grown organically over the past eight years and now runs twelve established sites with consistent unit economics and a pipeline for further expansion.
Recent investment in kitchen systems and point-of-sale technology is driving operational efficiency, and the owner is now building out the finance function to support the next phase of growth.
The business is seeking a Financial Controller to embed financial rigour across the estate and provide the operational visibility needed to scale.
The RoleReporting to the Finance Director, you will own month-end and year-end close, statutory compliance, and financial control across all sites.
You will work closely with restaurant managers and operations leadership to translate numbers into actionable insight-identifying cost drift, margin pressure, and cash flow risk as they emerge.
The role sits at the intersection of technical finance and commercial partnership in a hands-on, owner-led environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the close process, manage the general ledger, and produce timely management accountsPrepare statutory accounts and ensure compliance with accounting standardsEstablish and maintain financial controls, including bank reconciliations, expense coding, and balance sheet reviewManage the external audit and coordinate tax complianceBuild and own the annual budget; support quarterly reforecasts and cash flow planningWork with site teams on labour scheduling impact, food cost tracking, and local P&L accountabilityReview finance processes and identify opportunities to streamline reporting or tighten control
What we are looking for
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified, or equivalent experience and professional standingDemonstrated experience in restaurants, hospitality, or consumer-facing multi-unit businessesStrong technical competency in financial reporting, consolidation, and statutory closeComfortable translating financial data into plain language for non-finance audiencesPragmatic problem-solver who thrives in a growing, informal cultureSelf-directed and comfortable working with minimal supervision in a tight-knit team ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: City of London, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £70k - 80k per year
Posted: 2026-06-15 20:40:07
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Harper May is working with a growth-stage retail group that operates across physical and digital channels, with a track record of profitable expansion and strong brand recognition.
The business has recently undergone ownership restructuring and is now consolidating its finance function to support further development and improved operational oversight.
The group is now seeking a Finance Manager to strengthen its finance capability and provide clearer commercial visibility across the estate.
The Role
Reporting to the Finance Director, you will manage core finance operations, ownership of key monthly cycles, and delivery of insight to support strategic decision-making.
This is a hands-on role that balances rigorous controls with a commercial lens on store and online performance, working closely with operations, procurement, and the leadership team.
Lead month-end close, trial balance reconciliation, and preparation of management accountsManage cash forecasting, working capital analysis, and balance sheet integrityBuild and own annual budget and reforecasting cycles across the businessAnalyse store-level performance, margin trends, and variance against targetsSupport tax compliance, audit liaison, and statutory reportingIdentify and drive improvements to finance processes, systems, and reporting
What we are looking for
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified, or equivalent accounting experience in a finance management roleBackground in retail, hospitality, or another multi-site consumer businessProven capability in management reporting, forecasting, and commercial analysisProficiency in Excel and financial software; ERP systems experience valuedClear communicator able to translate finance data for non-financial teamsPragmatic problem-solver who thrives in a growing, evolving environment ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: City of London, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £55k - 60k per year
Posted: 2026-06-12 17:45:03
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Harper May is working with a founder-led technology business delivering SaaS solutions to mid-market enterprise clients across Europe.
The company has reached £8m ARR and is backed by established angel investors and early-stage venture capital.
Revenue growth is consistent, the product roadmap is strong, and the business is now at a point where financial rigour and strategic planning will unlock the next phase of expansion.
They are seeking a Finance Director to build and lead financial operations across the organisation.
The Role
Reporting to the CEO, you will take full ownership of financial management, reporting, and planning.
This is a hands-on role that combines strategic oversight with day-to-day leadership of the finance function.
You will work closely with the leadership team on commercial planning, investor relations, and capital allocation to support sustainable growth.
Build and lead the finance team; establish processes and controls to support a scaling businessOwn annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and cash flow projectionsPrepare management accounts, statutory accounts, and investor reportingPartner with the CEO and commercial leads on pricing, unit economics, and go-to-market decisionsLead capital planning and manage relationships with existing investors and lendersEnsure financial governance, compliance with accounting standards, and audit readinessDrive financial insight into product and customer profitability to inform strategy
What we are looking for
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with at least 8 years in finance rolesProven experience as Finance Director or equivalent in a scaling SaaS or technology businessStrong technical accounting knowledge and comfort with financial reporting and auditCommercial mindset with experience in investor-backed environmentsAbility to communicate clearly with non-finance stakeholders and board-level audiencesCollaborative leadership style with appetite for hands-on involvement in a smaller team ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: City of London, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £112.5k - 125k per year
Posted: 2026-06-12 17:44:56
