Financial Controller

ABOUT TIDE

At Tide we help SMEs save time (and money) in the running of their businesses by not only offering business accounts and related banking services, but also a comprehensive set of highly usable and connected administrative solutions from invoicing to accounting.

Tide is transforming the small business banking market with over 1.6 million globally across the UK, India, Germany and France. Using advanced technology, all solutions are designed with SMEs in mind. With quick onboarding, low fees and innovative features, we thrive on making data-driven decisions to help SMEs save both time and money.

Tide facts:

• Tide is available for UK, Indian, German and French SMEs
• Over 1.6 million members: 800,000 UK and 800,000 in India and growing rapidly
• Over $200 million raised in funding
• Over 2500 Tideans globally - we’re diversity champions!
• We have offices in Central London, with a member support and technology centre in Sofia, Bulgaria, technology centres in Serbia, Romania, Lithuania and Hyderabad and offices in Gurugram and New Delhi, India

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Finance team at Tide is at the very heart of our phenomenal growth and ambitious international expansion. We're not just crunching numbers; we are actively scaling our function to match the pace of the business, which means this is a moment of massive transformation.

You'll be joining us as we implement finance tools, dramatically streamline processes, and build a best-in-class control environment. This team is critical for ensuring accurate and timely reporting for a diverse array of internal and external stakeholders—from the board to regulatory bodies.

If you thrive in a proactive, hands-on environment where you can exhibit extreme ownership and shape the future of a global financial function, then this is your moment. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Financial Controller, you will:

• Maintain accurate and complete books and records for all financial transactions.
• Ensure timely and precise preparation and reporting of monthly and annual financial statements, along with all regulatory submissions.
• Develop and maintain best-practice documentation for accounting policies, standard operating procedures and technical papers supporting material transactions.
• Contribute to building robust financial control processes and strengthening the internal control framework.
• Collaborate with the Financial Reporting team and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with Group reporting policies, controls, and procedures.
• Partner with Global Finance business leaders and the Global FP&A team to support financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities.
• Work closely with the Global Treasury team on working capital, cash flow, and foreign exchange management for UK operations.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and outsourced accounting service providers.
• Provide regular updates to management and the Finance & Audit Committee on financial performance, risk management, controls, and taxation matters.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline and enhance accounting processes, operations, and systems.
• Oversee monthly ledger close activities, cost accounting, and accounts payable processes for UK operations.
• Collaborate with the project team on assigned workstreams for the implementation of the new SAP general ledger system.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Experience in fintech, financial services, or MNCs
• Strong financial and technical accounting skills with solid knowledge of IFRS
• Proven experience managing statutory audits in financial services
• Qualified CA with 4+ years PQE
• Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and owning work independently
• Strong commercial acumen and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage critical financial operations and meet tight deadlines
• Analytical, curious, and problem-solving mindset
• Proactive, motivated, and results-driven
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Collaborative and tech-savvy

WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN

Our location-specific employee benefits are designed to cater to the unique needs of Tideans: 

• Self & Family Health Insurance
• Term & Life Insurance
• OPD Benefits
• Mental wellbeing through Plumm
• Learning & Development Budget
• WFH Setup allowance
•  15 days of Privilege leaves
• 12 days of Casual leaves
• 12 days of Sick leaves
• 3 paid days off for volunteering or L&D activities
• Stock Options

TIDEAN WAYS OF WORKING

At Tide, we champion a flexible workplace model that supports both in-person and remote work to cater to the specific needs of our different teams. 

While remote work is supported, we believe in the power of face-to-face interactions to foster team spirit and collaboration. Our offices are designed as hubs for innovation and team-building, where we encourage regular in-person gatherings to foster a strong sense of community.
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TIDE IS A PLACE FOR EVERYONE

At Tide, we believe that we can only succeed if we let our differences enrich our culture. Our Tideans come from a variety of backgrounds and experience levels. We consider everyone irrespective of their ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity or differently-abled status. We celebrate diversity in our workforce as a cornerstone of our success. Our commitment to a broad spectrum of ideas and backgrounds is what enables us to build products that resonate with our members’ diverse needs and lives. 

We are One Team and foster a transparent and inclusive environment, where everyone’s voice is heard.

At Tide, we thrive on diversity, embracing various backgrounds and experiences. We welcome all individuals regardless of ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. Our inclusive culture is key to our success, helping us build products that meet our members' diverse needs. We are One Team, committed to transparency and ensuring everyone’s voice is heard.

• Tide does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
• All official Tide job opportunities are listed exclusively on our Careers Page and applications should be submitted through this channel.
• Communication from Tide will only come from an official @tide.co email address.
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