Senior Financial Controller (Part-time)

About algo1We’re a VC-backed stealth-mode company building behavioural AI solutions for the retail industry. Our mission is to bring the intelligence of modern machine learning directly to the in-store shopping experience.We are taking an almighty swing of the bat; it is difficult, full of risk, and exactly why we are here. The RoleWe're looking for a Senior Financial Controller to work closely with our leadership team to build and run the finance function that will scale with algo1.

You'll own core financial operations end to end while building the processes, controls, and systems that let a fast-moving company scale without breaking. What You Will OwnThe month-end and year-end close process across the including management accounts, consolidated reporting, and board/investor packsCash flow forecasting, burn and runway modelling, treasury, and intercompany transactions across the groupPayroll across jurisdictions (UK PAYE, and international staff via EOR), alongside accounts payable, expenses, and the spend approval processStatutory compliance across the group - Companies House filings, annual accounts, VAT, corporation tax, R&D tax credit claims, and US filings in conjunction with external advisorsRelationships with auditors, external accountants, tax advisors, and legal counselThe design and continuous improvement of financial controls, policies, and processes as we scale Essential

Qualifications

Fully qualified accountant (full ACA or ACCA membership)Proven experience as a financial leaderSolid experience with UK statutory accounts, compliance, and governance, including hands-on Companies House filingsExperience preparing management accounts and reporting for boardsComfortable working autonomously across a broad remit and building processes from scratchWilling to work from our central London office 3 days per week Nice to HaveExposure to multi-entity or international group structures (particularly UK/US)Experience with payroll across multiple jurisdictionsExperience with R&D tax credit claimsExperience with modern accounting and HR/payroll software (e.g.

Xero, QuickBooks, Rippling)

Familiarity with share option schemes (particularly EMI) and cap table platforms (e.g. Carta)Experience supporting fundraising processes, due diligence, or data room preparationSalary£90,000 - £120,000 pro rata depending on experience If you’re excited by the idea of shaping the future of retail and eager to make a real impact from day one, we’d love to hear from you.Compensation: £90K - £120K • £90K - £120KFind more English Speaking Jobs in United Kingdom on Arbeitnow