Financial Controller

LHH; Crawley; On-site; GBP 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global business is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure robust controls. This pivotal leadership role involves managing financial statements, compliance with HMRC, and liaising with auditors. A candidate with ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualifications, strong IFRS knowledge, and experience in large organizations is preferred. Competitive salary of £90k+ offered in Crawley, England.

Qualifications

• Strong technical IFRS knowledge and a proven track record in UK statutory accounting.
• Experience in a large global multi-site organisation.
• Prior exposure to M&A activities would be highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure full compliance with HMRC regulations and manage tax and VAT submissions.
• Liaise with external auditors and lead statutory reporting processes.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Strong communication skills

Advanced Excel skills

ERP process optimisation

Education

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified

Job description

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

Overview

LHH are exclusively partnering with a leading global business to find a Financial Controller. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring robust controls, and driving strategic decision-making across the organisation.

The business is on a rapid growth trajectory, driven by acquisitions. Alongside other Senior Finance stakeholders you would be instrumental in assisting in M&A activities across the Group.

A passion for driving continuous improvement and change by utilising automation is key. As is a desire to be involved in various global projects across the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reporting
• Maintain and implement strong internal controls and financial policies, including payroll support
• Ensure full compliance with HMRC regulations and manage tax and VAT submissions
• Liaise with external auditors and lead statutory reporting processes
• Manage budgeting and forecasting to support financial planning
• Provide accurate and timely cash flow forecasting
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team
• Drive business improvement initiatives and ERP process optimisation

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
• Strong technical IFRS knowledge and a proven track record in UK statutory accounting
• Experience in a large global multi-site organisation
• Prior exposure to M&A activities would be highly desirable
• Experience of leading on Audits and acting as key liaison with the external auditors
• Strong communication skills across Finance and senior leadership
• Advanced Excel and ERP optimisation skills
• Ambition to build a best-in-class finance function

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Retail

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