Director of Financial Control & M&A

Investigo; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Finance Recruitment Specialist to lead financial strategy in the Tech, Media, and Telecom sectors. This dynamic role involves overseeing critical decision-making processes and collaborating with various departments to drive growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in financial control and corporate finance, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving skills and a passion for team development. With a hybrid work model, this position offers the opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced environment while making a significant impact on the organization’s financial success.

Qualifications

• Robust background in financial control and corporate finance.
• Proven track record of leading high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage quarterly market valuations and financial plans.
• Lead working capital reporting and cash flow forecasting.

Skills

Financial Accounting

Financial Reporting

Valuation

Financial Modelling

Problem-Solving

Team Development

Education

Degree in Finance or Accounting

Professional Finance Certification

Job description

This range is provided by Investigo. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Senior Finance Recruitment Specialist within the Tech, Media, Telecoms and Professional Services Sectors

Director of Financial Control & M&A - Central London (Hybrid) - £120-130k

My client is a large UK listed business seeking a dynamic Corporate Finance Lead to drive financial strategy, working capital, and growth initiatives.

Based in the London office (minimum three days per week), this role involves critical decision-making, data-driven insights, and leading a high-performing team. You'll collaborate with internal and external partners to support efficient scaling and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Managing quarterly market valuations.
2. Partnering with FP&A to maintain financial plans.
3. Collaborating with Tax, Treasury, and Investor Relations to ensure accurate outputs.
4. Overseeing leverage and capacity models.
5. Supporting corporate finance advisory on share buybacks and dividend growth.
6. Leading working capital reporting, cash flow forecasting, and M&A integration.

Ideal candidates are experienced financial professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments, excel at problem-solving, and are passionate about team development.

The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in financial control, corporate finance, and working capital management within large, publicly listed organizations, complemented by a proven track record of leading high-performing teams.

They should be highly adaptable, self-motivated, and results-driven, with exceptional expertise in financial accounting, reporting, and valuation. Strong financial modelling and valuation skills are essential, alongside an agile mindset and a creative, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Software Development and Technology, Information and Media