An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Group Financial Controller to join a well-established and growing private group operating across multiple entities. This senior role will lead and oversee all aspects of financial reporting, control, taxation, and transactional finance.
The organisation is seeking a confident and experienced finance leader who can provide strong financial oversight while driving process improvements and efficiencies across the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including general ledger management and transaction oversight.
* Manage and mentor a team of direct reports, supporting development and performance.
* Lead the month-end close process and produce high-quality management accounts.
* Conduct detailed reviews of P&L and balance sheet reconciliations, identifying risks and opportunities.
* Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards.
* Deliver insightful monthly MI and KPI analysis and board reporting.
* Produce departmental and segmental P&L reports.
* Review and submit VAT returns, handling any HMRC correspondence.
* Partner with commercial and operational teams to provide financial insight.
* Lead the annual budget and quarterly reforecasting processes.
* Manage short- and long-term cash flow forecasting.
* Coordinate year-end audit preparation, liaising with external auditors.
* Take ownership of ad-hoc finance projects and initiatives.
Candidate Profile
* ACA qualified with 3+ years post-qualified experience.
* Strong technical background in statutory and management reporting – ideally audit-trained.
* Proven experience managing and developing a finance team.
* Comfortable challenging senior stakeholders and influencing decision-making.
* Commercially minded with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Organised, adaptable, and proactive – able to manage competing priorities.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
This is a great opportunity for a driven finance professional looking to step into a strategic role within a dynamic and fast-paced business environment.
Apply now if you have all of the above experience and qualifications or send your CV to kay.edle@robertwalters.com
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
About the job
Contract Type: Permanent
Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
Focus: CFO/Finance Director/Financial Controller
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