Job Description

About

Us

Ardens is an exciting and fast-growing health tech company with a passion for improving patient care through better use of technology. Were a clinically led organisation of over 135 people, including GPs, nurses, clinical pharmacists, software engineers, account managers and customer support teams.


Our two core products, Ardens Clinical and Ardens Manager, are used by 87% of GP Practices across England. Were proud to be making a tangible difference to frontline healthcare.


Our offices are in Downton (Salisbury), Fordingbridge, and Eynsham (Oxford). This role is based primarily in our Downton office with the option to work a day week from home.

About the Role

Were looking for a full time (or four days), experienced and commercially minded Financial Controller to lead our finance function and play a key role in shaping the future of Ardens.


Reporting directly to our CEO and working closely with our Board of Directors, youll have full oversight of our finance operations, while also being a proactive and valued contributor to business strategy. Youll manage a small and capable finance team (currently two direct reports) and ensure our systems, processes and reporting evolve in step with our growth.


This is a role that requires more than technical expertise - were looking for someone who can interpret the numbers, challenge assumptions, influence direction and provide clarity when it matters most.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all day-to-day financial operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, banking and payroll (which may be brought in-house in the future).


Prepare and present timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts.


Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring strong financial planning.


Maintain compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.


Provide insightful financial reporting and commercial analysis to inform strategic decision-making.


Support financial due diligence for any future partnerships or investment opportunities.


Maintain and evolve financial systems, controls, and procedures as the business scales.

About You

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).


Proven experience in a senior finance role.


Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.


Proficiency in financial systems and ERP tools including Sage Intacct.


Experience in a regulated or tech-based environment (healthcare, health tech, or SaaS) is an advantage.

Skills & Attributes

Commercially astute with a strategic mindset - able to see beyond the numbers.


Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and stand your ground when needed.


Comfortable challenging assumptions and presenting data-led reasoning in a constructive way.


A proactive leader who takes ownership and drives continuous improvement.


High standards of accuracy, integrity and professional judgement.

What We Offer

Paid breaks and your birthday off.


Annual leave that increases with service.


Simply Health membership.


A collaborative, people-focused culture, with regular team events, away days, and celebrations.


A modern, tech-enabled work environment focused on innovation and improvement.

Our Process

The first stage will be a Teams interview, followed by an in-person interview and technical exercise at our Downton office.

Job Type:

Full Time or 4 days Office Based (with one day working from home)

Salary:

55,000 - 65,000 dependent on experience.