About this role
An established and growing facilities management business is seeking a technically proficient and commercially astute Financial Controller to lead on financial governance, controls, and compliance across a complex and expanding £800m+ operation. This senior leadership role, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, will be responsible for statutory reporting, treasury management, tax compliance, and adherence to IFRS throughout the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) function and manage the relationship with the offshore transactional finance provider.
Deliver accurate and timely statutory accounts and oversee the annual audit process.
Ensure compliance with Companies House, HMRC, and other regulatory bodies.
Manage all tax matters including Corporation Tax, VAT, and CIS.
Oversee treasury operations, including cash flow forecasting, supplier payments, and banking relationships.
Maintain a compliant and auditable fixed asset register, ensuring appropriate capitalisation and depreciation.
Act as custodian of the balance sheet, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and timely resolution of issues.
Provide technical accounting guidance for new business, bids, and strategic developments.
Prepare technical papers to support audit readiness and maintain full compliance with IFRS.
Support accurate monthly and year-end reporting, ensuring alignment with ledger data.
Oversee the treatment of mobilisation costs and ensure consistent cost management practices.
Work closely with Finance Business Partners to promote a culture of strong financial control and best practice. Candidate Requirements
Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and UK statutory reporting.
Proven experience in treasury, tax compliance, and audit management.
Advanced Excel skills; experience with SAP is desirable.
Strong understanding of P2P processes and financial controls.
Experience managing remote teams and third-party service providers.
Confident communicator with the ability to influence and constructively challenge across the business. Benefits
Competitive salary
Company car or car allowance
Bonus of up to 20%
25 days annual leave
Private medical insurance (for employee and partner)
6% employer-matched pension contribution
Life assurance (3 x annual salary)