Vice President of Accounting

EC1001

An international, private equity-backed software group with revenues of c.$300M is seeking a Head of Accounting to lead a critical stage of its finance transformation. With acquisitions adding complexity and ambition across the business, this is an opportunity to shape a more connected, scalable and high-performing accounting function.

Working closely with the CFO, you will combine technical credibility with hands-on leadership, bringing clarity, pace and ownership to a business where finance has a central role in the value creation agenda.

The opportunity

• Lead and elevate the function: Develop the accounting team, establish clear accountability and build a culture of proactive problem-solving.
• Strengthen the foundations: Resolve legacy accounting issues and improve the accuracy, consistency and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Connect the group: Bring greater cohesion across accounting, consolidation, AP/AR and shared cost allocations.
• Drive post-acquisition integration: Align accounting policies, processes and controls across acquired businesses, creating a scalable platform for growth.
• Turn transformation into delivery: Simplify workflows, improve systems and embed practical changes that make finance more effective.
• Partner with the CFO: Act as a trusted sounding board, anticipating issues, challenging constructively and translating priorities into action.

What you bring:

• Accounting leadership experience in PE-backed software or technology.
• Proven delivery of finance transformation and post-M&A integration.
• Strong expertise in group accounting, consolidation and controls.
• A hands-on, proactive leader who builds teams and drives change.
• Confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.
• Flexible on qualifications; track record is key.