Financial Controller

Kennedy Pearce Consulting; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in the maritime industry is seeking a high-calibre Financial Controller based in London. This role offers the opportunity to shape financial operations and manage significant assets. Ideal candidates must be ACA-qualified, possess strong accounting expertise, and be exceptional communicators. The position offers competitive compensation of £75,000 - £80,000 per annum plus bonus, with a hybrid working model. This is an excellent chance to join a prestigious organization with international exposure.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Strong post-qualification experience in a similar Financial Controller or senior finance role.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high-quality reporting.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment and remain composed under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production and delivery of monthly management accounts.
• Oversee day-to-day finance operations.
• Produce and present funding requests to clients.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles.
• Maintain and enhance financial controls.

Skills

ACA-qualified or equivalent

Strong technical accounting expertise

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Trained within a top-tier accountancy practice

Tools

Sage or similar ERP systems

Job description

Posted 02 December 2025 Salary £75000 - £80000 per annum + bonus, hybrid working Location London Job type Permanent Discipline Accounting & Finance Reference MC1289_1764696035

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a high‑calibre Financial Controller to join a global leader in the maritime industry. With a heritage spanning more than four decades and a presence across 10 international offices, this organisation delivers world‑class services to a distinguished client base.

As Financial Controller, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and overseeing the financial operations of a complex, fast‑moving business that manages significant assets and high‑value transactions. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical accounting expertise with the confidence and communication skills required to manage relationships across internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the production and delivery of monthly management accounts

Maintain and analyse key balance sheet reconciliations

Oversee day‑to‑day finance operations

Authorise payments and ensure compliance with bank and regulatory requirements

Produce and present funding requests to clients

Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles

Maintain and enhance financial controls, ensuring robust governance across all processes

Support operational and capital expenditure analysis

Review accruals, prepayments, and financial adjustments

Drive system developments and process improvements

Implement and maintain policies and best accounting practices

Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team

Provide insightful ad‑hoc reporting to senior leadership

About You

ACA‑qualified (or equivalent), ideally trained within a top‑tier accountancy practice

Strong post‑qualification experience in a similar Financial Controller or senior finance role

Previous experience using Sage or similar ERP systems

Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality reporting

Strong communicator with the ability to build trust with senior stakeholders

Thrive in a fast‑paced environment and remain composed under pressure

If you're an ambitious, commercially minded finance professional looking for a prestigious and dynamic role with international exposure, we'd love to hear from you.

£75000 - £80000 per annum + bonus, hybrid working