Head of Finance

Why SoftwareOne?

SoftwareOne is a global software and cloud solutions provider and distributor, powered by around 12,000 people across more than 70 countries. But what really makes us SoftwareOne is our people: curious minds, different perspectives, and talented teams working together to solve real challenges and create meaningful impact. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, explore new possibilities, and build a career that’s uniquely yours, while helping shape what’s next in technology.

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/professionalEnglish, written and verbal

As our new Head of Finance, you will lead all financial operations across the UK & Ireland, ensuring compliance with SoftwareOne 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 leaders, providing financial guidance while maintaining strong governance and controls.
  • Support regional and global finance initiatives focused on reporting, compliance, operational efficiency, and profitability.

What we need to see from you

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics; ACCA, CPA, or equivalent qualification is an advantage. 
• Extensive finance leadership experience within multinational organizations, with strong expertise in IFRS, statutory compliance, and group reporting. 
• Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and performance management. 
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (Microsoft NAV, D365, or similar) and advanced Excel capabilities. 
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and build strong partnerships across functions and seniority levels. 
• Strategic and commercially minded professional with excellent analytical skills and the ability to translate financial insights into business decisions. 
• High-integrity, detail-oriented leader who promotes strong governance, compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What we offer

Our company benefits vary based on your location, but always include: 

• Global company culture: We defined our 6 core values through our company culture (https://www.softwareone.com/en/our-story/our-values)
• A mentor who supports your successful start and is at your side with advice and action
• President’s Club: Recognition awarded by leadership and your peers
• Flexible work: Do great work from anywhere but also visit local office to deliver excellence in team relationship
• Lifelong education: A variety of training and development opportunities
• Hire to Grow: We optimize our internal structures and feedback culture constantly to be your Employer of Choice, today and in future

Job Function

Finance
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