Who we are
At Stride, we partner with mission-led, global businesses to create inspiring employee and user experiences which last beyond the moment.
To help us scale with confidence, we're looking for a
commercially astute Financial Controller
to take ownership of our Finance function and play a key role in shaping our next chapter of growth.
The role
This is a pivotal new role designed to propel our company's growth and operational excellence. You'll oversee Stride's financial operations, ensuring the business has the insight, control and systems needed to scale effectively.
As Financial Controller, you'll be hands on with financial control, reporting, and compliance, while acting as a trusted advisor to our Leadership team. You'll collaborate closely with our Experience and Engagement teams to ensure programmes are delivered profitably, efficiently, and with purpose.
If you're commercially curious, operationally minded, and excited by the energy of a growing, purpose-led business, we'd love to hear from you.
Your focus areas
Financial Operations & Controls
* Oversee the full financial cycle (AP/AR, payroll, cash) for maximum efficiency and liquidity
* Maintain robust internal controls and compliance (VAT, tax, audit)
* Manage external financial relationships (auditors, tax advisors, banks) and provide insights to leadership
Financial Reporting & Analysis
* Lead the reporting calendar, delivering precise management accounts and actionable cash flow forecasts.
* Partner with our Finance Business Partner to analyse product performance and ROI
* Establish financial KPIs to flag risks, uncover opportunities, and drive corrective actions
Planning & Budgeting
* Lead the company wide forecast and budgeting process
* Support client budgeting and profitability analysis
* Identify efficiencies and deliver commercial insights to optimise performance
Leadership & Systems Development
* Develop a high-performing finance team
* Enhance financial systems and processes to support scale
* Act as a strategic partner to leadership in decision-making and planning
What you'll bring
* Proven experience as a Financial Controller or in a senior finance role
* Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
* Experience in growing organisations
* Advanced Google Sheets skills and familiarity with financial systems (Sage experience a plus)
* Commercial mindset with a track record of driving efficiencies and improving profitability
* Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
* Experience in or exposure to the technology sector
Why this role matters
As Stride grows, so does the scale and complexity of our finance function. This role is essential to ensuring our processes stay smart, our clients stay happy, and our team stays focused on what really matters.