Group Financial Controller

I'm delighted to be working with a global, complex, consumer-led business with c.£1bn annual turnover, operating across multiple entities and locations. With ambitious growth plans and a fast-moving commercial environment, they're looking for a Group Financial Controller to play a pivotal role in leading group accounting, governance and financial control across the business.

This is a high-impact leadership role at the heart of the finance function, partnering closely with senior stakeholders and supporting decision-making in a consumer-focused, high-volume environment. The role As Group Financial Controller, you'll own the integrity of group financial reporting while leading and developing a high-performing financial control team.

You'll be responsible for ensuring robust controls, accurate reporting, and strong compliance across a multi-entity group, while supporting wider commercial and strategic objectives.

Key responsibilities include

Ownership of group consolidation and reporting across international entities and currencies Leading month-end, quarter-end and year-end close at group level Responsibility for statutory accounts, audits and regulatory compliance across the group Development and governance of group accounting policies and financial standards Oversight and leadership of UK-based financial control teams Partnering with FP&A, Tax and Treasury on management reporting, cash flow and working capital Supporting finance transformation, systems improvements and international projects Acting as a senior finance partner to leadership teams across the business What they're looking for This role will suit a technically minded finance leader who thrives in a complex environment, where pace, volume and new challenges are the norm.

Candidates looking to step up in their career, and/or coming from "Senior" or "Head of" Group-style role will also be considered. You'll bring: Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Strong post-qualification experience in a high-growth, multi-entity business Proven experience of group consolidation and statutory reporting A track record of leading and developing finance teams Deep understanding of financial controls, balance sheet management and audit Confidence working with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, operational business Strong systems and Excel capability, with experience of modern finance systems Big 4 / Top 20 audit background is advantageous but not essential.

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