Finance Director

Downey Osborne; Belfast; On-site; GBP 125,000 - GBP 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth technology company in Belfast is seeking a Finance Director for an 18-month fixed-term role. You will shape the finance function, ensuring strong governance as the company supports rapid UK and international growth. Ideal candidates are qualified accountants with a proven record at a senior finance level and strong analytical skills. Benefits include a competitive package, pension contribution, and additional birthday leave.

Benefits

Competitive package

Fractional fixed-term contract

Additional birthday leave

Pension contribution

Private medical cover

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Finance Director or similar senior finance level.
• Highly analytical with focus on cash flow and cash burn.
• Confident in reviewing contracts and managing financial risk.

Responsibilities

• Own monthly management accounts and Board reporting.
• Maintain strong financial controls and governance.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Strong analytical skills

Advanced Excel skills

Experience in multi-entity environments

Job description

Overview

Downey Osborne is excited to present a Finance Director role with a high-growth technology business. This is an 18 month fixed-term engagement offering the opportunity to shape the finance function, strengthen governance, and support rapid UK and international growth.

Benefits

• Competitive package
• Fractional fixed-term contract
• Additional birthday leave
• Pension contribution
• Private medical cover

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Proven experience at Finance Director or similar senior finance level
• Strong background in multi-entity and multi-currency environments
• Highly analytical with a strong focus on cash flow and cash burn
• Confident reviewing contracts and managing financial risk
• Advanced Excel skills
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, scaling business

Your Role

• Always
• Own monthly management accounts and Board reporting
• Maintain strong financial controls and governance
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and longer-term financial planning
• Provide clear insight on performance and variances
• Often
• Partner with senior leadership on strategic decisions
• Mentor and develop the Financial Controller
• Drive cost control and continuous improvement
• Oversee cash flow, payments, payroll, and compliance
• Occasionally
• Support audits and R&D tax credit processes
• Review customer contracts and highlight risk
• Oversee specialist financial areas with external advisors
• Get involved in ad hoc projects as the business grows
• Never
• Sign off spend without understanding it
• Teach your cat to do your job

Interested?

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