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Group Financial Controller

Glasgow Permanent View Job Description
Michael Page are delighted to partner the Original Fit Factory on a retained basis to recruit a Group Financial Controller to oversee financial reporting, compliance, and strategic planning for a growing organisation. This role, based in Glasgow, You will take ownership of the Group's financial control framework, lead a developing finance team, and provide strategic insight to support ongoing growth, including potential corporate activity.
  • Group Financial Controller
  • Market Leading Technology Business

About Our Client

The Original Fit Factory is a Glasgow-headquartered, next-generation health, fitness, and well-being group that has rapidly evolved into a global, multi-platform business. Founded in 2016, the company has built a fully integrated ecosystem spanning digital platforms, physical experiences, wearable technology, and content production, all designed to support individuals at every stage of their well-being journey.Driven by innovation and an ambitious growth strategy, the business has scaled internationally, now serving millions of users across multiple geographies. Its model combines proprietary technology, data-led insight, and strategic acquisitions to deliver a diversified portfolio of products and services across fitness, wellness, nutrition, and lifestyle.At its core, The Original Fit Factory is building a connected ecosystem that integrates physical and digital experiences, enabling customers to engage with their health and well-being in a personalised and accessible way. With continued investment in technology, platforms, and global expansion, the Group is positioning itself as a leading player in the future of well-being.

Job Description

The successful candidate will likely have the follow repsonsibilites:

Financial Leadership & Strategy:

  • Provide strategic financial insight to senior leadership to support growth and decision-making
  • Partner with key stakeholders across the business to enhance financial performance
  • Support business planning and long-term financial strategy



Financial Control & Reporting:

  • Oversee accurate and timely financial reporting at Group level
  • Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow processes
  • Lead multi-currency consolidation of Group accounts
  • Ensure compliance with IFRS and all relevant accounting standards



Governance, Risk & Compliance:

  • Lead IFRS audit processes and manage external audit relationships
  • Ensure compliance with tax, regulatory, and internal control frameworks
  • Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies



Process & Systems Improvement:

  • Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to improve efficiency
  • Optimise finance systems and reporting processes



Team Leadership:

  • Lead and develop the finance function across multiple business units
  • Build a high-performing team culture focused on accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement



Corporate Finance:

  • Support mergers, acquisitions, and wider corporate finance initiatives

The Successful Applicant

The Successful candidate will likely have the following profile:

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
  • Strong IFRS expertise, including audit experience
  • Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role, ideally within a Group structure
  • Strong knowledge of financial reporting, tax, and compliance frameworks
  • Experience working with financial systems and ERP platforms



Skills & Attributes:

  • Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen
  • Proven leadership and team development capability
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
  • Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment

What's on Offer

This role offers a competitive salary and benefits. Please register your interest and apply for a further confidential conversation with Kyle Maxwell.

Contact
Kyle Maxwell
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7017201
Phone number
+44 141 331 7903

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Controller
Sector
Technology & Telecoms
Location
Glasgow
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kyle Maxwell
Consultant phone
+44 141 331 7903
Job reference
JN-052026-7017201