Head of Finance (Fintech)

TL;DR

Head of Finance (Fintech): Rebuilding the finance function from the ground up for a VC-backed private markets platform with an accent on capital management, forecasting, and M&A finance. Focus on architecting a scalable finance function from Series B to exit, leading ERP implementation, and managing investor reporting.

Location: Hybrid in London (3 days/week in office)

Company

hirify.global is building the operating infrastructure for the next generation of private markets, combining AI-powered automation with regulatory expertise to replace fragmented processes with one integrated platform.

What you will do

• Own the full budgeting cycle end-to-end, including monthly variance reviews and quarterly budget control processes.
• Build and maintain robust cash forecasting models and provide updates on burn rate and runway.
• Prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial performance updates for board meetings and investors.
• Establish analytical foundations for unit economics, cohort analyses, and profitability modelling.
• Lead all financial aspects of equity rounds and M&A activities, including due diligence and post-merger integration.
• Manage banking relationships, liquidity optimization strategies, and lead the implementation of a group-wide ERP system.

Requirements

• 6+ years of progressive in-house finance experience in SaaS, VC-backed environments, PE, or investment banking.
• At least 3+ years of experience in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing VC-backed financing rounds post-Series B.
• Expertise in building robust financial models from scratch for multi-entity and multi-currency structures.
• Familiarity with accounting, billing, and spend management tools (e.g., DATEV, Stripe, Moss, Spendesk) and ERPs like NetSuite.
• English: C1 proficiency required.

Nice to have

• Experience in the fund industry or fintech.
• Fluency in German (B2/C1+ level).

Culture & Benefits

• High-energy culture focused on drive, ownership, and professional growth.
• Flexible hours with a hybrid office setup (3 days per week in London).
• 28 days of vacation, 2 company days, and local public holidays.
• 4 remote calendar weeks per year.
• Competitive compensation package and high-quality technical equipment.

Hiring process

• People Team Interview (30 min) to ensure mutual fit.
• Deep Dive Interview (45 min) focusing on collaboration, ownership, and culture.
• Technical Case Study (90-120 min) to evaluate skill set.
• Stakeholder Interviews (2-3 sessions) with Founders and key managers.