Group Financial Controller (Logistics)

Hays Accountancy and Finance; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global logistics company is seeking a Qualified Accountant to join their London headquarters. This role involves overseeing financial accounting, managing regional teams, and enhancing financial processes. Ideal candidates will have experience in large-scale entities and a focus on CAPEX budgets, contributing to the company's growth and success.

Benefits

Significant recognition and rewards

Professional team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale entities with multiple assets.
• Exposure to large CAPEX budgets is desirable.
• Focus on process and systems improvement is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and controls for the group.
• Ensure timely delivery of financial reports.
• Manage regional teams and commercial partnerships.

Skills

Process Improvement

Financial Reporting

Staff Management

Education

Qualified Accountant

Job description

Your new company

A large-scale, private group in the logistics sector with global operations, including assets in Dubai, Europe, and South America. The company is experiencing growth and aims to expand its team.

Your new role

Based at the company's headquarters in the West End of London, reporting to the Group CFO/CEO. Responsibilities include accounting and controls for the group, supervision of all regional entities, staff management for regional teams, and commercial partnering with business units.

The role involves liaising with divisional heads, ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of quarterly and annual financial reports, and adding long-term value to the finance function. It includes full ownership of financial accounting for the group, management reporting, and overseeing JV interests.

What you'll need to succeed

Qualified accountant with experience in large-scale entities operating across multiple assets, projects, or entities. Exposure to large CAPEX budgets is desirable. A focus on process and systems improvement within a large private company is essential.

What you'll get in return

A global group role with significant recognition and rewards. You'll be part of a professional team with like-minded individuals committed to excellence.

What you need to do now

If interested, click 'apply now' to submit your CV or contact us for a confidential career discussion. If this role isn't suitable, please get in touch for other opportunities.

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