Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with rapidly growing organisation based in Wallingford to recruit a Group Financial Controller. The Group Financial Controller will receive a salary of up to £100,000 plus an attractive benefits package. This high growth company offers hybrid remote working.
Primary responsibilities;
1. Own the full accounting function across multiple entities in the UK, EU, and USA, with additional jurisdictions expected as the company expands
2. Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records in accordance with applicable accounting standards
3. Lead the month-end close process across currently three legal entities (soon four) and continuously improve close timelines and processes
4. Lead the annual statutory audit process
5. Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and accounting partners
6. Ensure timely preparation of statutory accounts and tax filings
7. Support preparation of management reporting for the board and shareholders
8. Provide technical accounting input into financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting
9. Work towards SOX readiness
10. Support investor due diligence
11. Work closely with the Corporate Finance team on financial analysis and reporting
12. Lead and develop a team of accountants
13. Implement best in class processes, responsibilities, and quality standards
14. Hire and scale the accounting team as the company grows
Key experience and attributes;
15. 8+ years of accounting experience
16. Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA)
17. Prior experience in a senior accounting position
18. Experience operating in a high-growth or scaling company environment
19. Proven track record of building and scaling accounting processes and teams
20. Multi-entity and multi-currency accounting
21. Strong collaboration skills across finance and business teams
22. Experience with modern finance tooling and automation
23. Comfortable implementing and improving accounting systems
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.