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Group Financial Controller

London Permanent £100,000 - £125,000 per year View Job Description
Exciting opportunity for an experienced Group Financial Controller to lead and oversee financial operations and month end reporting.
  • Growing financial services firm is seeking a Group Financial Controller.
  • Lead multi‑country, multi‑currency financial operations.

About Our Client

Fast growing organisation who are an international provider of corporate, financial, and fiduciary services. The organisation manages complex, multi‑jurisdictional financial operations, requiring strong governance, consolidation and robust financial controls.

Job Description

Reporting to the Group FD and CFO, this is a broad role with significant responsibility including:

  • Lead the group month‑end close and consolidated reporting across international entities.
  • Drive process and technology improvements to enhance speed, accuracy, and control.
  • Manage multi‑currency consolidation, FX monitoring, and support hedging strategy.
  • Coordinate global statutory audits and maintain strong compliance across jurisdictions.
  • Oversee live balance sheet reconciliations and consistent accounting policies.
  • Produce investor reports, revenue analytics, and insightful month‑end commentary.
  • Act as finance lead on CRM/ERP (Microsoft Dynamics) enhancements.
  • Manage and develop a high‑performing finance team.
  • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
  • Identify financial risks and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Support senior leadership through high‑quality financial presentations and ad hoc projects.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will have:

  • ACA or ACCA qualification with significant post‑qualification experience in group or international finance.
  • Strong technical understanding of consolidation, FX, and audit processes.
  • A proactive leader with excellent communication skills and a continuous‑improvement mindset.
  • Strong understanding of balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls
  • Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.
  • Technologically savvy, with a passion for process improvement and automation.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Proactive, collaborative approach to problem solving.
  • Leadership qualities, with the ability to motivate and develop team members.
  • High level of integrity and professional ethics.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary ranging from £110,000 to £125,000 per annum DOE
  • Annual Bonus scheme
  • Comprehensive pension scheme
  • Hybrid Working (3 days in London office)
  • 28 days of annual holiday leave plus public holidays
  • Healthcare and dental benefits
  • Opportunity to work within a growing organisation in the financial services industry
Contact
Mary Cotter
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6978282
Phone number
+44 207 776 5987

Job summary

Job function
Finance
Subsector
Finance Manager/Controller
Sector
Financial Services
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Mary Cotter
Consultant phone
+44 207 776 5987
Job reference
JN-032026-6978282