Assistant Group Financial Controller

HX Expeditions; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

HX Expeditions is seeking an Assistant Group Financial Controller to support financial reporting and compliance. The role involves managing consolidated financial statements, liaising with auditors, and ensuring adherence to IFRS standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong accounting background, excellent organizational skills, and a proactive attitude. Join a dynamic team committed to high performance and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in similar roles post-accountancy qualification.
• Extensive financial accounting experience, preferably within a global organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the production of consolidated financial reports in compliance with IFRS.
• Lead the intercompany reconciliation process and manage external loans.
• Act as a key contact for external auditors.

Skills

IFRS

Financial Data Processing

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

MS Excel

Microsoft Dynamics F&O

Job description

A bit about the role:

Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, the Assistant Group FC is responsible for assisting in the preparation of financial accounts, consolidated reporting, and statutory compliance for the HX Group of companies.

Key areas for the role:

• Assist with the production of consolidated monthly, quarterly, and annual financial, statutory, and regulatory reporting deliverables to both internal and external stakeholders in compliance with IFRS.
• Maintain and enhance the financial control environment regarding Group consolidation reporting activities and the broader financial control framework.
• Preparation of statutory financial statements and assist with the external audit.

Your key responsibilities:

• Ensure timely delivery of the Group’s financial statements, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, with relevant disclosures and high standards.
• Act as a key contact for external auditors and assist in coordinating the annual audit, ensuring all auditor queries are addressed satisfactorily.
• Lead the intercompany reconciliation process.
• Prepare technical accounting memos in line with IFRS.
• Partner with the Accounting & FP&A teams to support business initiatives, shape budgets, and manage quarterly re-forecasting.
• Serve as the Group’s IFRS technical accounting expert.
• Manage external & intercompany loans, ensuring interest calculations are accurate and reflected in the accounts.
• Review and maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations across Group entities.
• Perform any other duties or ad-hoc tasks as assigned by the Group Financial Controller.

Experience and skills:

• Technically proficient and forward-thinking with current IFRS knowledge.
• Highly numerate with the ability to process financial data efficiently.
• Extensive financial accounting experience, preferably within a global organization.
• Hands-on approach with the ability to see the big picture.
• Attention to detail and pride in delivering accurate work.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to meet deadlines and manage conflicting workloads.
• Positive, enthusiastic attitude with a proactive approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, adapting to project demands.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships, partnering effectively with managers and stakeholders.
• Resonate with HX’s high-performance culture.

Qualifications and Knowledge:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in similar roles post-accountancy qualification.
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Advanced MS Excel skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics F&O is highly advantageous.