Deputy Group Financial Controller

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London is seeking a Deputy Group Financial Controller to manage a team and oversee group reporting. The role involves delivering financial reports, liaising with auditors, and ensuring compliance with IFRS. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, leadership skills, and the ability to manage dynamic environments. This position offers a blend of office and remote work.

Qualifications

• Recognised professional accounting qualification from a Big 4 firm.
• Several years of experience in audit and large-listed companies.

Responsibilities

• Delivering robust monthly group consolidation using SAP FC.
• Leading the Group Reporting Team for financial reports.
• Managing legal entity restructurings and M&A transactions.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Organizational Skills

Flexibility

Adaptability

Education

ACA or ACCA

Tools

SAP FC

Spreadsheets

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Deputy Group Financial Controller, London

Location: London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

Job Description:

The Deputy Group Financial Controller reports to the Group Financial Controller, manages a team of four, and is a key member of the high-profile Group Reporting Team.
This role offers a balance of working from the office (5 Howick Place, Victoria) and from home.
Key Responsibilities include:

• Delivering a robust monthly group consolidation to support internal reporting using SAP FC.
• Leading the Group Reporting Team in preparing, approving, and delivering financial sections of Half Year and Year-end external reports.
• Liaising with external auditors.
• Leading financial accounting aspects of M&A transactions, coordinating work with SSC teams, and managing acquisition accounting activities.
• Managing legal entity restructurings within the group, coordinating with Group Tax and SSCs.
• Supporting IFRS application across the Group, providing technical guidance.
• Ensuring compliance with IFRS and FRC guidance.
• Developing the Group Accounting Policy manual and providing technical guidance.

Qualifications

Job Requirements include:
- Recognised professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA or ACCA), preferably from a Big 4 firm.
- Strong IFRS technical experience, including M&A accounting.
- Several years of experience in audit and large-listed companies.
- Leadership and team management skills in dynamic environments.
- Project management experience.

Skills & Abilities

This position is suited for an aspirational, high-achieving individual with:
- Experience managing technically strong accounting teams.
- Flexibility and adaptability in a growing environment.
- Initiative and ability to deliver change.
- Results-oriented mindset.
- Strong organizational skills, multitasking, and prioritization.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Team player with relationship-building skills.
- Willingness to learn and develop.
- Ability to communicate complex financial matters to non-technical audiences.
- Knowledge of planning and consolidation systems.
- Proficiency in spreadsheets and IT skills.
- Eagerness for self-development and new opportunities.