Head of Finance - EU

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 members 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 ROLE

Tide is scaling rapidly, expanding into the EU SME marketplace as part of our ambitious growth strategy. We're seeking an exceptional finance leader who demonstrates extreme ownership and a passion for building high-performing teams. You will establish and lead a best-in-class financial function for Tide EU, with a strong focus on strategic leadership, people development, and financial governance to drive growth.

As our new Head of Finance - EU, you’ll report to the VP of Finance and be part of the local EU leadership team.  This is a critical and senior position that will play a key role in shaping Tide’s financial future in Europe.

As a Head of Finance - EU, you’ll provide: 

• Strategic Leadership: Partner with senior leaders to embed financial objectives, provide insights for decision-making, and drive robust financial planning processes.
• People Leadership & Development: Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing finance team by fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and accountability. Drive team capability through coaching, feedback, and continuous learning.
• Financial Management & Control: Own budgeting, forecasting, performance monitoring, and ensure effective financial control to support growth objectives.
• Compliance & Reporting: Oversee accurate and timely P&L, balance sheet, cash flow reporting, tax filings, and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Process Optimisation: Continuously enhance accounting processes and systems, promoting efficiencies and scalable practices across the function.

 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• At least 10 years (post PQ) operating experience in financial control and FP&A, recently at senior level
• Proven experience in building, developing, and leading high-performing finance teams.
• Extensive background in a financial services or tech company (fintech, payment services, banking, lending) that has seen significant growth or transformation, operated in a mass market business spanning multiple product lines,
• CA qualification with familiarity with IFRS/Lux GAAP.
• Degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting from a top-tier university.  
• Strategic, hands-on leader with exceptional decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, analytics, and BI tools.
• High integrity, ownership mindset, and a passion for nurturing talent.

 

WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN

• Time Off – Generous annual leave on top of bank holidays
• Parental Leave – Maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support your family journey
• Sabbatical – Extended unpaid and paid leave options after completing milestone years with Tide
• Mental Wellbeing – Access to therapy sessions, courses, meditations, and workshops
• Volunteering & Development Days – Paid days annually for volunteering or personal growth
• Learning & Development – Annual budget for books, courses, coaching, and more
• WOO (Work Outside the Office) – Work from abroad for up to 90 days annually
• Home Office Setup – Contribution towards setting up your home office
• Laptop Ownership – Keep your old laptop and get a new one when it’s time for a replacement

 

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.

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.

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• All official Tide job opportunities are listed exclusively on our Careers Page and applications should be submitted through this channel.
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