Financial Controller at ClearRoute

Greater London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Multi-entity Consolidation, P&L Reporting, Cash Flow Forecasting, Balance Sheet Reconciliation, Intercompany Accounting, UK GAAP, IFRS, Budgeting, Financial Planning, Business Partnering, Process Improvement, Stakeholder Management, Advanced Excel, Financial Governance, Audit Management

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

About Us: ClearRoute is an engineering consultancy bridging Quality Engineering, Cloud Platforms and Developer Experience. We help enterprises reliably bring high-impact digital products to market faster, cheaper, and safer, working with technology leaders facing complex business challenges. We take as much pride in our people, culture and work-life balance as we do in making better software. We’re not just making better software. We’re making the making of software better. Collaborative, entrepreneurial and dedicated to problem solving, we bring the step change our customer need to sustain innovation. Our values challenge us to do the best we can for ClearRoute, our customers and most importantly our team. This is an opportunity for you to build the organisation from the ground up, use your voice to drive change and help transform organisations and problem domains. Role: We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to lead and manage the company's financial operations across multiple regions. This is a pivotal role responsible for ensuring robust financial control, accurate and timely reporting, and effective business partnering with operational stakeholders. The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise, experience managing multi-entity consolidations, and a proactive, directly involved approach. Experience within an IT consulting or professional services environment is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities: Financial Reporting & Consolidation Lead the preparation and oversight of consolidated financial accounts across 5 regions Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts (consolidated and regional) Deliver insightful P&L reporting, including variance analysis vs budget and forecast Oversee regional and group-level cash flow reporting and forecasting Ensure consistency and standardisation of reporting across all entities Month-End & Financial Close Own and manage the month-end close process across all entities Ensure all transactions are recorded accurately and in line with accounting standards Drive improvements to close timelines and reporting efficiency Coordinate with regional teams to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met Balance Sheet Control & Intercompany Maintain full ownership of balance sheet integrity, including regular reconciliations Oversee intercompany accounting, including recharges, eliminations, and reconciliations Ensure appropriate controls and documentation are in place across all entities Audit, Compliance & Governance Lead the annual audit process and act as the primary contact for external auditors Ensure compliance with UK GAAP / IFRS and relevant regulatory requirements Strengthen and maintain internal controls, policies, and financial governance frameworks Support statutory reporting requirements where applicable Forecasting, Budgeting & Planning Support and enhance the budgeting and forecasting processes Provide high-quality financial analysis and insights to support decision-making Partner with senior leadership to improve financial planning and visibility Critically evaluate assumptions and bring data-led perspectives to planning discussions Business Partnering Act as a key finance partner to Operations and senior stakeholders Provide actionable insights to drive business performance and profitability Identify cost optimisation opportunities and operational efficiencies Support regional teams with financial guidance and best practice Process Improvement & Systems Drive continuous improvement of financial processes, controls, and reporting Lead standardisation initiatives across regions while accommodating local requirements Support finance system implementations, upgrades, or optimisation projects Leverage automation and technology to improve efficiency and accuracy Leadership & Team Oversight (if applicable) Mentor and support regional finance team members Foster a high-performance, collaborative finance culture Ensure clear roles, accountability, and development within the team Key Skills and Competencies Strong analytical and commercial acumen Excellent attention to detail and high standards of accuracy Clear and effective communicator with strong stakeholder management skills Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, evolving environment Strong organisational and prioritisation skills Advanced Excel skills and experience with finance systems Required Experience: Strong experience managing multi-entity and multi-region consolidations Experience working with senior stakeholders in a dynamic environment Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role Experience within IT consulting, professional services, or similar environment (preferred) Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting, controls, and cash flow management About You: Proactive, solutions-oriented, and directly involved in delivery Strong sense of ownership and accountability Collaborative and business-focused mindset Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to change Keen interest in utilising and optimising the latest technological advancements, including AI solutions At ClearRoute, we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes, and inclusion creates the conditions for everyone to thrive. We are proud to have built a family friendly working environment and have many employees who have caring responsibilities alongside work. We welcome applications from people who require flexibility and will be happy to discuss needs on an individual basis. We are committed to fostering a culture where all team members feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We celebrate individuality and our differences and understand that some differences may mean that you require changes made to the interview process. We are happy to cater to your needs to make the interview accessible, if this is something you require please let us know by emailing us at join@clearroute.io

Responsibilities

Lead and manage financial operations across five regions, ensuring robust financial control and accurate consolidated reporting. Act as a key finance partner to senior leadership and operations to drive business performance and profitability.