Head of Finance

About the role

Cedar is a high‑growth, internationally operating SME seeking a Head of Finance to lead and develop its finance function during a period of rapid global expansion. Reporting directly to the founders, you will shape finance strategy, improve scalability and support continued international growth.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the finance function across multiple international entities.
• Own the month‑end close process and ensure accurate, timely reporting.
• Produce management accounts, P&L reporting and commercial analysis for senior leadership.
• Manage cash‑flow forecasting, budgeting and financial planning.
• Oversee treasury, multi‑currency cash management and intercompany accounting.
• Maintain strong financial controls and drive process improvements.
• Manage external advisors, audits and statutory reporting requirements.
• Improve systems, data integrity and reporting capabilities.
• Lead and develop a growing finance team.

Required profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong technical and commercial experience.
• Experience in a fast‑paced SME or scaling business environment.
• Comfortable operating across multiple entities and currencies.
• Strong understanding of reporting, controls and cash management.
• Proactive, hands‑on leader who enjoys building and improving processes.
• Confident partner for founders and senior stakeholders.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to join a rapidly growing international business.
• Significant exposure to founders and senior leadership.
• Ownership and autonomy to shape the finance function.
• Supportive, entrepreneurial culture with genuine career development opportunities.