Finance Controller

Geomiq; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology-driven manufacturing platform in Greater London is seeking a Finance Controller to manage all financial operations. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in finance, be qualified or part-qualified, and be hands-on with tools like Xero. This role offers competitive compensation, autonomy, and a hybrid working model where employees are in the office four days a week. Join a supportive and ambitious team determined to drive operational excellence.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Supportive team

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant required.
• 4+ years experience in finance roles necessary.
• Hands-on experience with Xero or similar required.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial operations of the business.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and P&L.
• Maintain internal financial controls and compliance.

Skills

Xero

Excel

Finance operations management

Reporting

Compliance

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Google Sheets

Dext

Pleo

Job description

About Us

Geomiq is a technology-driven manufacturing platform transforming how custom parts are made and delivered. With production hubs across the UK, EU, and Asia, we process hundreds of orders each month for innovative companies in aerospace, automotive, robotics, and beyond. Our team is lean, fast, and relentless in delivering operational excellence.

The Role

We’re looking for a Finance Controller to take full ownership of our day-to-day finance function. This is a hands‑on role that blends financial operations, reporting, compliance, and process improvement. You will work closely with the CEO, external accountants, and operational teams to ensure accurate, timely financials while improving systems for scale.

You will be the most senior finance person in the business, so we’re looking for someone confident in taking responsibility, but still comfortable rolling up their sleeves.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Operations

• Own and manage the day-to-day financial operations of the business
• Oversee accounts receivable and payable, ensuring smooth cash flow
• Run payroll and pension submissions in coordination with HR
• Reconcile bank transactions and maintain accurate ledgers

Reporting & Month-End Close

• Prepare monthly management accounts, P&L, balance sheet and cash flow
• Ensure timely month-end close processes
• Maintain accurate accruals, prepayments and journal entries

Compliance & Controls

• Maintain internal financial controls and ensure compliance with HMRC, Companies House and VAT obligations
• Coordinate with external accountants on year‑end filing and audit preparation

Financial Systems & Process Improvement

• Optimise use of Xero and other financial tools
• Improve processes for efficiency and accuracy as the business grows
• Support implementation of scalable systems and reporting automation

Business Support

• Provide clear financial data to support decision making by leadership
• Support with budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling
• Track departmental spend and cost centre performance

Requirements

• Qualified or part‑qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience
• 4+ years’ experience in finance roles with end‑to‑end ownership of transactional finance
• Hands‑on experience with Xero (or similar), and related tools like Dext, Pleo, etc.
• Strong Excel / Google Sheets skills
• Confident managing high transaction volumes with accuracy
• Comfortable working autonomously in a fast‑moving, resource‑lean environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to hit deadlines consistently

Nice to Have

• Experience in a tech startup, marketplace, or e‑commerce environment
• Exposure to international payments, FX, or multi‑entity reporting
• Familiarity with R&D tax credits, capitalisation of software / dev costs

What We Offer

• A pivotal role in a growing, mission‑led business
• Autonomy and influence from day one
• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working (4 days in office 1 working from home)
• Supportive, ambitious and down‑to‑earth team