Group Senior Financial Controller

Reports To: Group Finance Director

Location: Paddington, London, UK

Position Purpose

Lead the Group Financial Reporting and Control agenda for a fast-growing international business. This role combines technical excellence with strong leadership to deliver high-quality statutory reporting and compliance. Operating in a complex, evolving environment, you will establish robust processes, drive efficiency, and build a scalable financial control framework.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a high-performing senior accounting team, fostering collaboration and accountability.
  • Lead the preparation and delivery of Quarterly group and sub-group consolidations which includes multiple entities with foreign currencies and non-controlling interests.
  • Lead the annual Group audit and ensure successful close-out for all subsidiary business units. Build strong relationships with external auditors for an effective audit process.
  • Coordinate the preparation and disclosure of the group income tax provision, ensuring accuracy and compliance in the group financial statements.
  • Lead the preparation and delivery of Group consolidated and subsidiary statutory financial statements under IFRS.
  • Ownership and oversight of the transactional accounting for various holding companies within the Group
  • Lead the Group financial reporting and control agenda, ensuring compliance and integrity across all entities.
  • Provide technical expertise on acquisitions, disposals, restructures, and new standards implementation.
  • Design and implement robust processes and controls to improve efficiency and scalability.
  • Functional owner of consolidation software tool including managing and maintenance as well as owner of the Group Chart of Accounts.
  • Partner with stakeholders to implement ERP, consolidation tools, and financial systems, ensuring strong reporting foundations.
  • Present high-quality reports and insights to the Audit & Risk Committee and senior leadership.
  • Maintain a consistent focus on process improvement across the Finance function.

Key Performance Indicators

  • Timely and accurate completion of Group and subsidiary financial statements with minimal audit adjustments.
  • Successful implementation of ERP and supporting systems.
  • Demonstrated improvement in process efficiency and control environment.
  • Positive engagement and retention within the senior accounting team.

Candidate Profile

  • ACA/CA/CPA qualified (Big 4/top-tier background preferred) with 6+ years in technical accounting and Group financial reporting.
  • Proven ability to lead and inspire senior finance professionals.
  • Expert knowledge of IFRS; US GAAP experience highly desirable.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in ambiguity.
  • Track record of driving efficiency and implementing scalable processes.
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