The Group Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial management and reporting across the Group. This role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting, effective financial controls, and supports strategic decision-making at a group level. The Group Financial Controller will lead and develop the finance team, implement robust processes, and provide insight into performance to drive growth and efficiency.

KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCES:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role, ideally within a group or multinational organisation.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience with consolidations.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Strong commercial acumen with ability to partner with senior stakeholders.
• Experience in treasury, tax, and compliance.
• Strong IT skills, being proficient in Excel, Teams and ability to learn new applications where required. Proficiency in financial systems and ERP platforms.

• Financial Reporting & Compliance
• Oversee preparation of consolidated group financial statements in line with relevant accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP).
• Ensure timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting.
• Manage statutory audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with all tax, legal, and regulatory requirements across jurisdictions.
• Financial Control & Governance
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls and financial policies.
• Ensure balance sheet integrity and compliance with financial frameworks.
• Manage group treasury, cash flow, and foreign exchange exposure.
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Lead and compile the group budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Provide variance analysis and commentary to support management decision-making.
• Partner with business units to drive accountability and performance monitoring.
• Business Partnering & Strategy
• Work closely with the CFO and senior leadership to support strategic initiatives.
• Provide financial insight, modelling, and recommendations to drive group performance.
• Support M&A activity, including due diligence and integration of new acquisitions.
• Team Leadership
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team across the group.
• Build a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement.