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Head of Finance + Equity | Transformational PropTech Startup | London
About the Company
Harmonic is excited to partner with a high-growth PropTech startup that's revolutionizing how institutional investors engage with residential real estate. Leveraging a cutting-edge platform powered by AI and human expertise, the business is redefining deal sourcing, investment management, and asset optimisation.
Having recently completed a significant funding round, raising c.€10M+ from top-tier investors, the company has been scaling rapidly. In 2024, they more than doubled their team size and completed a strategic acquisition of a well-established asset management business with a substantial portfolio under management. This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-paced, dynamic business that's leading innovation in the PropTech space.
The Opportunity
As the first finance hire, you will report directly to the Founder/CEO and take full ownership of the finance function. This role is perfect for an ambitious finance professional eager to shape the financial strategy of a high-growth startup while accelerating their own career trajectory.
You'll have the chance to build out the finance department from the ground up, working closely with commercial and tech teams to drive process improvements, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all aspects of financial management, including management accounting, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Collaborate with external accountants to ensure compliance with UK GAAP and the timely preparation of financial statements.
- Develop and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Prepare and present financial performance, projections, and key metrics to the leadership team and board.
- Partner cross-functionally with commercial and tech teams to drive efficiencies and support scalability.
- Conduct regular financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for growth.
- Lead contract negotiations with finance partners and external stakeholders.
- Drive process automation and improvements to enhance scalability and financial reporting.
What We're Looking For
- Essential:
- ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA qualified or equivalent..
- Exceptional Excel or Google Sheets skills with strong analytical capabilities.
- Comprehensive knowledge of UK GAAP principles and financial reporting requirements.
- A proven track record in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence decisions.
- Detail-oriented with a proactive mindset and a history of driving continuous improvement.
- Bonus:
- Fluency in French or familiarity with French GAAP.
- Experience with cross-country accounting in the EU.
- Background in SaaS, investment banking, or management consulting.
- Previous experience in a startup or scale-up environment.
- Proficiency with accounting software and BI tools.
What's in it for You?
- Competitive salary: £80,000 - £95,000 p.a. + equity.
Location: Zone 1, London (Office-based).
At Harmonic, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable hiring process. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, regardless of race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.
At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.
