Job Description

Head of Financial Accounting

Unlock your potential and lead a dynamic finance team at Northern Data Group! We're seeking a visionary Head of Financial Accounting to join our London office. (Hybrid working: 2-3 days in office per week) In this key leadership role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping the financial future of a cutting-edge technology company at the forefront of high-performance computing (HPC). If you thrive in fast-paced, innovative environments and have a passion for driving excellence in financial accounting, this opportunity is for you.

OVERVIEW:
The Head of Financial Accounting leads the accounting department, managing financial reporting, compliance, and audits. This role involves delivering the Group Annual Report, driving the Group Audit, and ensuring accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. It also requires collaborating with other departments and international teams to support business goals.

YOUR

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee Group Annual Report and financial reporting (monthly, quarterly, annual).
  
• Lead the Group Audit, coordinating with auditors and tax teams.
  
• Ensure local financial statements are prepared, audited, and submitted on time.
  
• Work closely with finance, operations, and legal teams on business objectives.
  
• Improve accounting processes and efficiencies.
  
• Collaborate on Finance Transformation projects.
  
• Working with international and various finance streams (Tax, Treasury, FP&A) as well as other senior stakeholders both internally and externally.
  

DIRECT REPORTS:

• EU Finance Manager, Accounting
  
• North America Finance Manager, Accounting
  

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS:

• ACA or equivalent qualification.
  
• 7+ years of experience, ideally with multi-territory businesses and consolidated accounts.
  
• Strong knowledge of IFRS (as adopted by the EU).
  
• SOx control, Audit and Big Four experience are a plus.
  
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
  
• Working with international teams is a requirement.
  
• Proficiency in Accounting Software - SAP and MS Excel.
  
• Tech sector and crypto interest is beneficial.
  

DESIRABLE PERSONALITY TRAITS:

• Problem-solver with innovative thinking.
  
• Assertive and hands-on approach.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
  
• Collaborative team player with a positive can-do attitude.
  
• Focused on continuous improvement and accuracy.
  

WHAT WE OFFER

With us, you will work towards the future of HPC: from new, sustainable building methods for data centers to cooling concepts to software solutions for accelerated compute.

Your approaches count: In official exchange formats or spontaneously at the coffee machine. At Northern Data, it's the best idea that counts - not the hierarchy. We’re looking forward to getting your inputs!

You make the difference in the company: Unlike in established corporations, at Northern Data you will really help shape things. From implementing new departments, to optimizing processes and culture.

Best-in-class partners: The best work with Northern Data. This means a knowledge and time advantage from which your career and our customers benefit equally.

Green by heart: Sustainability is at the core of Northern Data. With us, you actively work on the carbon neutrality of datacenters worldwide. Beginning with our infrastructure and continuing with the solutions for our clients, we work towards a green future.

Home Office facts: Work with our international and virtual team flexible from home. And of course, your hardware wishes will be fulfilled to make your ideas for next level HPC come true.