Hayward Hawk is proud to be partnering with a rapidly expanding engineering and innovation group with operations across the UK, Europe, and North America, as they seek to appoint a Group Financial Controller to lead their global finance operations. This is a newly created position, reflecting the organisations strong growth trajectory and ambitious international plans. The successful candidate will join at a pivotal time, playing a key role in shaping scalable financial processes, strengthening controls, and supporting the business as it continues to expand globally. The role offers an exceptional opportunity for an experienced, hands-on finance leader who enjoys the mix of technical excellence, process improvement, and commercial collaboration in a fast-paced, evolving environment. The Role Lead all aspects of monthly accounting close and consolidation across multiple international entities. Develop robust financial policies, processes, and internal controls to support scalable growth. Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (UK and US GAAP) and local reporting requirements. Oversee preparation of consolidated statutory financial statements and manage the annual audit process. Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, legal, HR, and commercial teams Provide financial insight to senior leadership to inform strategy and improve performance. Lead initiatives to enhance reporting quality, margin analysis, and financial transparency across business units. Oversee the ongoing design and implementation of a new ERP / Financial Management System. Streamline global accounting processes, ensuring data consistency, efficiency, and scalability. Work with technology and operations teams to automate reporting and improve systems integration. Coordinate with external advisors to ensure timely and accurate tax compliance across jurisdictions. Oversee group treasury, banking relationships, and working capital management. The Person Professionally qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CPA or equivalent). At least 7 years post-qualification experience, ideally gained across both practice and industry. Proven track record leading multijurisdictional finance team Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards (US GAAP or IFRS). Experience managing audits, external service providers, and global compliance activities. Skilled in implementing or managing ERP systems (e.g. Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or similar). Exceptional attention to detail, analytical capability, and organisational skills. Excellent communicator with the ability to influence and partner effectively across all levels. Why apply? Highly competitive package Hybrid working model and flexible culture. The opportunity to join a business on a high-growth trajectory with genuine international scale. Significant autonomy and visibility at senior leadership level. For more information, contact Gemma Murphy in confidence. Benefits: Work From Home