Financial Controller – HR Team (Hybrid, London)

About the role

The Financial Controller will work closely with the HR and Financial Controlling teams to analyse and interpret data that drives workforce performance. Based in High Street Kensington, the role is hybrid, requiring three days a week in the office.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain the HR database, ensuring accurate cost centres and analytical data.
• Produce ad‑hoc reports, including annual reports and national statistics.
• Support the Payroll Manager and Accounting teams with payroll data exports.
• Take ownership of the HR budget for specific brands and monitor it on a monthly basis.
• Collaborate with Compensation & Benefits, HR management and Recruitment to forecast compensation and staff costing.
• Analyse staffing costs alongside payroll information.
• Deliver HR KPI analysis for projects and provide data for annual audit processes.
• Prepare and analyse monthly commission data for all brands and contribute to compensation‑related projects.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a Financial Controller role or a similar budget‑management position.
• Experience in retail or hospitality environments is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and fluency in English; French is a plus.
• Analytical mindset with commercial awareness and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships.
• Methodical, problem‑solving approach in a fast‑paced setting.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel.