Finance Lead
CoMind
Location
London, UK
Employment Type
Full time
Department
Finance
At CoMind, we are developing a non-invasive neuromonitoring technology that will result in a new era of clinical brain monitoring. In joining us, you will be helping to create cutting-edge technologies that will improve how we diagnose and treat brain disorders, ultimately improving and saving the lives of patients across the world.
The Role:
CoMind is building a high-performing Finance function to underpin the next phase of our growth. We are seeking an ambitious finance professional who will take ownership of day-to-day financial operations, generate high-quality reporting and analysis, and help design and implement new financial systems and processes as we move towards product launch.
Reporting to the CFO, you will provide insight, rigour, and operational excellence. Currently supported by external accounting and tax partners, you will help bring this capability in-house. This is an opportunity to have a genuine impact in a rapidly changing organisation, with plenty of scope to help shape the future of the Finance function.
At CoMind, all team members work at least 4 days per week from our new Kings Cross offices, plus a flexible work-from-home day.
Responsibilities:
Become the “face of finance” for CoMind - be the first point of contact for all internal and external finance stakeholders
Own UK & US financial operations, keeping everything running smoothly and confidently
Drive a fast, accurate month-end close
Turn numbers into insight — deliver sharp commentary and analysis for monthly/quarterly management and board packs
Streamline purchasing + invoicing + payment workflows to keep product development work moving
Champion efficient expense processes — accurate capture, clear approval, timely reimbursement
Support VAT, year-end, and audit delivery with a proactive, organised approach
Generate data and analysis for R&D tax credit and research grant claims
Support consolidation, payroll, cash management and FX as we grow internationally
Develop new systems and processes as we migrate to a scalable ERP system
Skills & Experience:
3+ years working in a dynamic, startup environment
A love for “getting things done” and a mindset where no job is too big or too small
Professional accounting qualification (e.g. CIMA, ACCA, ACA)
You enjoy improving systems, automating to focus on value add, and building for scale
You are ambitious and enjoy taking ownership and accountability for impactful projects
Exposure to US and other international entities is advantageous
Strong command of accounting ops — POs, billing, banking, balance sheet schedules, reconciliations
Confident across month-end/year-end reporting, consolidations, FX, payroll, tax, audits
Comfortable with tools like Xero, Dext, ApprovalMax (or equivalent)
Experience designing and implementing new systems
Benefits:
Company equity plan so all employees share in the success of the company
Salary-sacrifice pension scheme
Private medical, dental and vision insurance (medical history disregarded)
Group life assurance at 4x annual income
Comprehensive mental health support, including unlimited access to 1:1 sessions with trained professionals
Unlimited holiday allowance (+ bank holidays) and one week of remote working per quarter
Free lunch twice per week via JustEat and free dinner on those days where you need to work later
Twice weekly deliveries of fresh fruit and a comprehensive selection of snacks and drinks
YuLife subscription, allowing you to turn your daily steps and meditation into discounts at a range of stores
Access to Udemy for upskilling and professional development