Head of Finance

Why Software One?

Software One is a global provider of software and cloud solutions. With a presence in over 70 countries and more than 12,000 professionals, we help organizations optimize software investments, modernize applications, and unlock the value of cloud, data, and AI.Our people are at the core of everything we do. We enable collaboration across borders, continuous learning, and opportunities to grow in a fast-evolving technology landscape.

Whether your focus is on technology, customer success, or business operations, your ideas matter, and your contributions make a difference.

Join a global team where you can build your skills, work with leading technologies, and make a real impact for our customers.

The role

Are you an experienced finance leader who thrives on owning financial reporting, controls, compliance, and business performance in a complex multinational environment? Do you enjoy leading high-performing finance teams, influencing senior stakeholders, and driving continuous improvement, automation, and operational efficiency? Practical Information

Location:

London, United Kingdom | Work Arrangement:
Hybrid | Contract type:
Full-time |

Reports to:

Federation Finance Director / Country Managing Director | Visa Requirements:
Valid Visa for UK | Language Requirements:
Fluent/professional English, written and verbal As our new Head of Finance, you will lead all financial operations across the UK & Ireland, ensuring compliance with Software One Group policies, IFRS standards, and local statutory requirements. Acting as a trusted business partner to senior leadership, you will drive financial performance, operational excellence, and informed decision-making while supporting the region's continued growth and success.

Key responsibilities Financial Management, Reporting & Controlling Lead end-to-end financial reporting, controlling, and closing activities, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements, IFRS reporting, and management reporting. Oversee complex accounting matters, including reconciliations, accruals, provisions, key estimates, and non-routine transactions in line with IFRS and Group policies. Partner with FP&A and external auditors to analyze financial performance, provide management insights, and coordinate statutory audits.

Compliance, Accounting & Governance Ensure compliance with IFRS, Group accounting policies, local regulations, tax requirements, and statutory reporting obligations. Maintain a strong financial control environment through effective governance, internal controls, policy adherence, and documentation of key accounting judgments. Identify and mitigate accounting and compliance risks while supporting internal and external audits, including remediation of audit findings. Working Capital & Financial Control Monitor working capital, cash flow, liquidity, and key balance sheet risks, including receivables, provisions, and credit exposure.

Oversee O2C, P2P, and R2R processes to ensure accurate accounting, effective controls, timely reporting, and risk mitigation. Leadership & Stakeholder Management Lead and develop the Accounting & Financial Controlling team, fostering accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement. Partner with local and global finance stakeholders to ensure alignment, effective communication, and consistent accounting best practices. Process, Systems & Operational Excellence Act as key finance owner for ERP systems, ensuring data integrity, reliable reporting, and efficient financial operations.

Drive process improvements, automation, standardization, and relationships with external finance partners to enhance efficiency, compliance, and scalability. Business Partnering & Financial Advisory Partner with Sales and business…