NatureMetrics is a global leader in biodiversity monitoring and environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis, transforming the scale at which nature can be quantified. Our cutting-edge solutions enable organisations to monitor nature impact across sectors — from conservation to industry — and inform sustainability decisions with unprecedented accuracy.

With a strong market-leading position, a proprietary software platform, and growing global recognition (Earthshot Prize Finalists 2024, BloombergNEF Pioneers 2024, WEF Tech Pioneers 2024, TechNation Future Fifty 2025), we are on an ambitious growth journey and are now hiring a Finance Manager to join us.

This is a high-impact, hands-on role at the heart of our scaling finance function. We’re looking for someone driven, commercially aware, and excited by the opportunity to build robust, scalable processes. You’ll lead key financial operations, ensure excellent cash management, support strategic planning, and play a key role in improving systems and controls. You’ll also develop and mentor a small team, supporting the business as it matures into its next growth stage.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Control & Operations

• Manage day-to-day finance activities including accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, invoicing, journals, and ledger management — working closely with our Finance Associate.
• Own cash management processes to ensure optimal working capital and healthy cashflow.
• Implement and continuously improve appropriate financial controls and processes across the function.
• Work closely with Operations and Lab teams to oversee financial stock control.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Lead improvements to financial systems and processes, ensuring they scale with the business and support automation wherever possible.
• Own and drive system integrations to streamline financial operations.
• Develop internal documentation and process maps to support consistency and clarity as we grow.

Forecasting & Planning

• Maintain and enhance short- and long-term cashflow forecasting and related reporting tools.
• Collaborate with the Finance Business Partner on budgeting, forecasting and scenario planning.
• Monitor and report on key financial metrics including burn rate, gross margin and runway.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify and implement improvements to financial systems and processes, including automation and documentation, with the aim of preparing for growth with scalable solutions.
• Lead on system integrations for streamlined financial operations, with a focus on automating processes.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards and ensure adherence to financial best practices.

Management Accounts & Reporting

• Prepare accurate, timely monthly management accounts with insightful variance analysis and commentary.
• Support the production of quarterly investor reports.
• Work with budget holders to review and challenge spend, ensuring we remain within budget.
• Prepare quarterly VAT returns, annual audit schedules, and HMRC submissions.
• Ensure compliance with audit and HMRC requirements.

Cross-functional Partnership

• Partner with People, Commercial and Operational teams on credit control, payroll, billing, procurement, and cost control.
• Contribute to commercial analysis and due diligence, ensuring financial risk is understood and managed.
• Champion financial transparency and informed decision-making across the business.

Leadership & Development

• Build, mentor and develop an excellent finance team as the business grows.
• Support a high-performance, collaborative and inclusive team culture.