Job Details
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This is a hybrid role that requires you to be able to commute to our central London office in Fitzrovia at least once per week.
If you've been looking to join a fast-growing startup, backed by the same investors as Stripe & Airbnb whose mission is to make a huge positive impact, then you’ve landed on the right job.
Our Mission
Our mission at Percent is to power purpose in every company and nonprofit worldwide. We already work with 30+ industry giants such as Google, HSBC & TikTok. We enable them to quickly and easily build giving into their products, enabling nonprofits to access these innovative new funding streams.
Our donation volume is growing rapidly: in 2021 we donated $3.5m. In 2022, $120m, and in 2023 we donated over $1bn. This year our mission is to enable over $3bn of donations to good causes. To achieve this we need you.
Join our series A startup and make a difference as our Head of Finance
As a vital member of a small team of super-achievers, you will work directly with the CEO and Fractional CFO to develop a best-in-class finance and fin-ops function. This is a broad role where you will receive guidance and coaching from the Fractional CFO and support from outsourced teams in delivering your responsibilities.
You will collaborate closely with product, engineering, non-profit operations, and compliance teams to develop, maintain, and improve our fin-ops processes. This is a strategic role where you will make a lasting impact on how the business operates. Your time initially will be divided approximately as follows: 60% fin-ops, 20% internal finance, and 20% Percent charitable foundations.
In return, we'll give you a platform to exercise your creativity and innovate to your heart's content.
Apply Now and come build a better world with us at Percent
As Head of Finance, your mission will be to:
Fuel Percent’s success as we strive to make a lasting impact and transform nonprofits with cutting-edge technology solutions. In this role, you will:
- Develop, maintain and improve financial operation processes and controls to support the growth of the business.
- Ensure timely and accurate disbursement of funds to charities.
- Oversee the accounting and finance activities for the Percent Foundations.
- Develop the financial processes related to our new SaaS / Marketplace business.
- Work with our Fractional CFO to deliver the monthly management accounts and investor/board pack including cashflow forecasting.
- Work with the CEO & Fractional CFO on forecasting and departmental budgeting for internal use and external fundraising.
- Handle Statutory reporting, payroll, VAT and R&D tax credits.
- Manage Bi-annual share options grants.
- Liaise with and be the key point of contact for our outsourced teams (Fin-House and Accountancy cloud) and ensure they are meeting agreed SLAs.
- Insurance renewals.
- Manage treasury, day-to-day banking and payments.
- Perform ad hoc duties as required.
In 6 months, success will look like:
- The Fin-Ops function consistently meets SLAs, resulting in happy clients and nonprofits.
- Percent’s finance function adheres to all deadlines for management accounts and investor reporting.
- Trustees of Percent’s charitable foundations have full confidence in the financial reporting.
- Established strong relationships with department leaders and initiated the development of departmental budgets.
- Implemented enhancements to the management accounts pack for better clarity and insight.
This role would be a good fit for you if you have:
- 5+ years of post-qualification experience in a senior accounting position.
- Industry Background: Experience in a technology or regulated company environment is advantageous but optional.
- Proven experience building a finance function from the ground up.
- Self-motivation and the ability to work autonomously.
- Enjoys collaborating with other business units such as product and engineering teams to build processes.
- Proficiency with Xero and advanced Excel skills.
Bonus points, but not required, if you have knowledge or love of:
- Working in a Series A, Series B startup.
- Experience in technology or nonprofit/social impact environment.
Role Comp
- Salary: £100,000+
- Share options becoming an integral part of our growth and share in the company's success
What you can expect upon joining our team
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⚖️ Flexible working hours
Paid day off on your birthday!
25 days annual leave, plus paid public holidays
Paid sick leave
Paid mental health leave
Paid wellness leave
£1000 Learning & development budget
£250 Brighten your day budget
WFH budget
Percent library
⭐️ Paid days off to volunteer for non-profit causes
Parental leave
UK cycle-to-work scheme
We're remote-first but offer a cosy office in central London for those who enjoy the on-site workspace experience
… and so much more
OUR PLEDGE TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
We take pride in our diverse and growing team representing 20+ nationalities across 5 continents ! Our continued expansion provides us with opportunities to embrace and celebrate different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, essential to our success. We actively seek and welcome applicants from all walks of life, regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
A team that well represents the world that we are trying to support is a wiser, more knowledgeable and stronger one. We’re excited for you to bring your experience, yourself & special lemon twist to Percent to propel us forward in striving to create a better world for us all.
Check out our Careers Page for more details!
