Financial Controller (Part-time)
Core
Building and running the finance function for a VC-backed stealth-mode AI startup in retail, ensuring financial order and control during rapid international scaling.
Role type
Senior Financial Controller
Builds
Scalable financial operations, controls, and reporting systems for a fast-moving international group
Domain
Retail technology / Behavioral AI / Financial Services
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Month-end and year-end close, cash flow forecasting, burn and runway modelling, treasury management, multi-jurisdictional payroll, statutory compliance (UK/US), financial controls design, external advisor management
Preferred skills
Multi-entity group structures, R&D tax credit claims, modern accounting/HR software (Xero, QuickBooks, Rippling), share option schemes (EMI), cap table management, fundraising support
Technologies
Xero, QuickBooks, Rippling, Carta
Responsibilities
Own the month-end and year-end close process including management accounts and board/investor packs; Manage cash flow forecasting, burn modelling, treasury, and intercompany transactions; Oversee payroll across jurisdictions, accounts payable, and spend approval; Ensure statutory compliance including Companies House filings, VAT, corporation tax, and US filings; Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel; Design and improve financial controls and policies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
