Head of Financial Systems
Position Summary
The Head of Financial Systems will be a results-oriented and technologically driven financial leader responsible for enhancing Metrea's finance processes, systems, data and reporting capabilities as the enterprise scales globally. A core focus will be identifying and delivering AI-driven efficiency, automation and process improvement across Finance, reducing manual activity, strengthening controls and improving the speed, accuracy and quality of financial reporting. The job governs and maintains financial and operational systems so they remain effective, integrated and fit for purpose, and gives Controlling, Treasury and FP&A the reliable data, tools and processes they need. Working closely with Finance and Platform Technology, the Head of Financial Systems will identify where to simplify, automate and improve reporting and analytics, and will lead financial due diligence in partnership with the Investment function and the post-acquisition integration of finance systems and processes.
The Head of Financial Systems will bring deep finance and operational expertise, real technological fluency and the ability to lead transformation in a complex, fast-scaling global enterprise. Experience in a regulated, government-contracting or aerospace and defence environment is an advantage.
What You'll Do
Systems ownership and governance
Own the Finance systems landscape, with Microsoft D365 at its centre, ensuring it remains effective, integrated and fit for purpose as the enterprise grows
Set and ensure governance for financial and operational systems: access, change control, master data and integration standards
Lead new system selection and rollout end to end, from business case through to adoption, and be accountable for the outcome
Process transformation and AI
Map Finance's data workflows, compliance and reporting frameworks; identify systemic inefficiency and gaps; prioritise and deliver fixes
Build AI and large language model capability into month-end, reporting and reconciliation processes, with a clear view of where automation strengthens controls and where it introduces risk
Reduce manual activity across Finance with measured, reportable results
Enabling Controlling, Treasury and FP&A
Provide each function with the data, tools and processes it needs to execute its responsibilities without workarounds
Own the reporting and analytics layer, so that financial data is trusted, timely and usable by leadership
M&A
Lead financial due diligence workstreams alongside the Investment function
Own post-acquisition integration of finance systems, data and processes, to a defined plan and timeline
Team
Lead a globally distributed Financial Systems team across time zones
Develop more Metreans: give direct feedback and grow the team's capability ahead of what the enterprise needs
What You Bring
Experience leading in ambiguous conditions with a broad, shifting problem set; a track record of setting direction rather than waiting for it
A record of driving to answers, and the discernment to know when to ask rather than push on alone
Proven experience building and developing teams
Experience leading a distributed team across time zones
Proven finance transformation delivery in a scaling, multi-entity, multi-currency environment, with results you can evidence
Deep expertise in accounting and finance processes: month-end, consolidation, controls, reporting
Finance systems expertise, including Microsoft D365 in a lead or ownership capacity
Demonstrated, practical fluency in AI, automation and emerging technology as applied to Finance, beyond familiarity with the vocabulary
Financial due diligence and post-acquisition integration experience
Able to run several systems and process changes at once and land them
Communicates systems and data decisions in terms of enterprise outcomes
Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent)
This role will be based in either our London or DC office in a hybrid set up (in office 3 days a week) with travel required to our other offices
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Experience in a regulated, government-contracting or aerospace and defence environment
Experience integrating acquired businesses onto a common finance platform
Benefits
Dental and vision coverage
6% employer 401(k) match
Fully paid parental leave for all new parents
Generous PTO
Life and disability insurance
Long-term and short-term disability coverage
AD&D coverage
Pet insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Subsidized gym membership and wellness plans through Wellhub
Work Authorization / Security Clearance
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
AAP/EEO Statement
Metrea Management Limited (MAM) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time exempt position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs. Exempt employees must have the ability to be on-call and available as business needs require.
Work Environment
This job operates in an office setting.
Travel
25%
Base Pay Range
The compensation range shown below is a good faith estimate and reflects the expected base pay for this position upon hire. This is just one component of Metrea's overall approach to total rewards and final compensation decisions, including the ultimate salary or hourly rate agreed upon, may vary depending on factors such as job location, job-specific knowledge, skills, experience, and the overall negotiated compensation package. Eligible full-time employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, wellbeing, and long-term success.
Pay Range
$200,000—$240,000 USD