Assistant Group Financial Controller
Hybrid Working | c£60k + Benefits
A reputable and well-established business is seeking an experienced Assistant Group Financial Controller to join its finance team due to restructure. This role will initially start as a contract role, with a permanent role being offered within the first 4-6 weeks. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong finance professional looking to work within a global environment supporting multi-entity operations.
Working closely with senior finance leadership, this role will combine group financial reporting, consolidation responsibilities, and treasury management across international entities.
The Opportunity
This position offers broad exposure across group finance and treasury activities, with regular interaction across international operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the financial health, reporting processes, and compliance framework of the wider group.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Accounting & Group Reporting
* Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements
* Assist with group consolidations and intercompany reconciliations
* Review subsidiary financial reporting for accuracy and compliance with group accounting policies
* Support the production of statutory financial statements
* Assist with external audits across multiple entities
* Contribute to process improvements and finance transformation initiatives
* Ensure ongoing compliance with IFRS standards
Treasury & Cashflow Management
* Monitor daily cash balances across multiple entities
* Prepare and maintain rolling cashflow forecasts
* Support liquidity management and funding activities
* Manage banking relationships and payment processes
* Review treasury accounting, bank reconciliations, and loan schedules
* Monitor exposure to FX, interest rate, and liquidity risks
* Assist with treasury reporting and internal controls compliance
Candidate Profile
* ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent preferred)
* Strong technical accounting knowledge including IFRS
* Previous experience within group consolidation and treasury functions
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
* Advanced Excel skills and strong financial systems experience
* Experience with NetSuite would be advantageous
* Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage across all levels of the business
* Ability to work effectively within deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Package & Benefits
* Hybrid working model, after initial training period
* £60k
* Private healthcare
* Pension scheme
* Life assurance and income protection
* Generous holiday allowance with service-related increases
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