Head of finance Job at City of London ECA Full Time

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Your new company
A hands-on, first finance hire in AI-driven immune profiling to map the human immune system and enable more precise diagnosis, treatment, and drug development.

Your new role

– Owning the entire finance function end to end, bringing accuracy to reporting while directly supporting leadership, investors and clinical delivery.
– Own month-end, reporting, and Board packs
– Maintain strong controls, balance sheet, and audit readiness
– Support budget, forecast, and cash flow planning
– Manage tax, compliance, and statutory reporting
– Improve systems, processes, and controls
– Partner with leadership on financial insight and investor reporting
What you’ll need to succeed
– Proven track record of owning financial functions end-to-end in a scaling, fast-paced environment
– Experience with R&D tax credits, grant funding, and UK regulatory frameworks
– Fully qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
– Strong systems’ capability (Xero, QuickBooks or similar)
– Credible operator with senior stakeholders (COO, CEO, investors, auditors)

What you’ll get in return
You will get to be part of this business during a significant period of growth and development. The company is diversifying its portfolio and is seeking candidates with a desire to progress their long-term career within the sector. The company has a hybrid working model.

What you need to do now
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