Finance Director- 18 Months FTC (3/4 day Week) -Belfast - £70,000 - £80,000 FTE ( Ref: 16677)

Downey Osborne is excited to present a Finance Director role with a high-growth technology business. This is an 18 month fixed-term, engagement offering the opportunity to shape the finance function, strengthen governance, and support rapid UK and international growth.

• Competitive package

• Fractional fixed-term contract

• Hybrid working

• 24 days holiday plus statutory holidays

• Additional birthday leave

• Pension contribution

• Private medical cover

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

• Proven experience at Finance Director or similar senior finance level

• Strong background in multi-entity and multi-currency environments

• Highly analytical with a strong focus on cash flow and cash burn

• Confident reviewing contracts and managing financial risk

• Advanced Excel skills

• Comfortable in a fast-paced, scaling business

Your Role

Always

• Own monthly management accounts and Board reporting

• Maintain strong financial controls and governance

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and longer-term financial planning

• Provide clear insight on performance and variances

Often

• Partner with senior leadership on strategic decisions

• Mentor and develop the Financial Controller

• Drive cost control and continuous improvement

• Oversee cash flow, payments, payroll, and compliance

Occasionally

• Support audits and R&D tax credit processes

• Review customer contracts and highlight risk

• Oversee specialist financial areas with external advisors

• Get involved in ad hoc projects as the business grows

Never

• Sign off spend without understanding it

• Teach your cat to do your job

Interested?

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