Financial Controller

Financial Controllerup to £95k3 days in London OfficeMust be from Top 10I am recruiting for an experienced Financial Controller, from one of the Top 10 Accountancy firms to join a Global business that has grown quickly by acquisition and going through a big period of change and transformation.You will be managing a team of up to 5 people (UK and offshore), maintaining new processes and improving existing ones. This role requires a proven track record of strong leadership experience, having coached and developed a team as well as have experience with managing an offshore team.Key Responsibilities:\n

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• Lead and coordinate period-end financial close activities, ensuring reporting deadlines are achieved.
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• Review and approve accounting entries within delegated authority limits.
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• Consolidate financial results from multiple business units and prepare reporting packs for senior stakeholders.
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• Present financial performance updates, including commentary on key variances, trends, and business drivers.
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• Apply relevant accounting principles and standards in the preparation and review of financial information.
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• Analyse balance sheet and profit and loss performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods.
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• Partner with financial planning and business support teams to provide insight into operational and financial performance.
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• Manage, mentor, and develop finance team members through regular coaching, feedback, and performance discussions.
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• Support collaboration between internal teams operating across different locations and service functions.
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• Contribute to group-level reporting requirements and finance transformation initiatives where required.
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• Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure identified issues are investigated and resolved appropriately.
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• Monitor service delivery performance and ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and consistently.
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• Identify opportunities to strengthen reporting processes, internal controls, and operational efficiency.
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• Support compliance activities, including taxation, statutory reporting, and regulatory requirements.
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• Review payroll-related accounting entries and period-end accruals where applicable.
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• Assist with internal and external audit processes and liaise with professional advisers when required.
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• Promote high standards of communication, professionalism, and customer service across the finance function.
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• Support the implementation of new processes, systems, and business initiatives.
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• Undertake additional responsibilities as required to support business objectives.
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Key skills and experience:\n

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• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise.
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• Big Four background with industry experience
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• IFRS 15
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• SOX experience
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• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
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• Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving capabilities.
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• Strong understanding of financial controls, governance, and compliance requirements.
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• Effective stakeholder management and communication skills.
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• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement and operational excellence.
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• Ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on delivery.
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• Professionally qualified accountant or equivalent recognised qualification.
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• Experience in financial control, reporting, or accounting leadership roles.
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• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
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• Proven ability to deliver high-quality work within tight deadlines.
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• Experience supervising and developing team members.
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• Strong financial analysis and reporting capabilities.
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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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• Adaptable and comfortable working in evolving environments.
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• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
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• Proficiency with spreadsheet and financial reporting applications.
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