Financial Controller

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join our UK finance leadership team. This high‑profile position offers broad EMEA exposure and the chance to lead a UK‑based finance team in a fast‑paced, international environment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting across multiple European entities.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash‑flow forecasting, variance analysis and KPI reporting.
• Ensure timely and accurate statutory, VAT and tax compliance submissions.
• Act as the primary contact for external auditors and advisors.
• Manage and mentor a finance team, driving high performance and best practice.
• Support finance transformation and ERP/system implementation projects.
• Strengthen internal controls and improve financial processes.
• Partner with operational stakeholders to support commercial decision‑making.

Required profile

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or in senior finance leadership.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS and/or US GAAP.
• Experience in international or multi‑entity environments.
• Strong people‑management and stakeholder‑engagement skills.
• Experience supporting ERP or finance system implementations (highly advantageous).
• Proactive, adaptable and commercially aware.

Required skills

• IFRS
• US GAAP
• ERP systems
• Financial reporting
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Cash‑flow forecasting
• Variance analysis
• KPI reporting
• Statutory compliance
• VAT compliance
• Tax compliance
• Audit liaison

What we offer

• Hybrid working model
• International business exposure
• Leadership role with genuine influence
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Collaborative and supportive culture