Financial Controller

Finatal; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consulting firm in London seeks a Financial Controller to oversee the finance function. The role involves managing reporting, compliance, and strategic initiatives, requiring a qualified accountant with extensive knowledge of NetSuite and a hands-on approach. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in a dynamic environment and experience leading finance within SMEs. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing organization.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge and proven track record in leading finance.
• Hands-on approach to finance with an ability to grow in a dynamic environment.
• Experience implementing financial systems like NetSuite.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the finance team.
• Implement and optimize financial systems and reporting.
• Collaborate with the CFO on strategic financial initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Experience across financial and management accounting

Strong knowledge of Excel and Microsoft tools

Post-qualification experience (3+ years)

Experience using automation and AI tools

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Tools

NetSuite

Salesforce

BambooHR

Payhawk

Job description

We are working with a growing, international professional services business headquartered in London with offices across Europe, North America, and Asia. The firm provides specialist consulting and advisory services to institutional clients worldwide, delivering tailored solutions across multiple markets. With a collaborative culture and an entrepreneurial spirit, the company has ambitious growth plans and is investing heavily in technology and systems transformation to support its next phase of development.

The Role:

This is a hands-on role with broad exposure across all aspects of finance: statutory and management reporting, budgeting and forecasting, systems and process improvement, tax and compliance, as well as supporting M&A activity. It is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to play a central role in scaling the finance function and preparing the business for future growth.

The Individual:

The business has a collegiate culture with a relatively flat structure, offering a supportive but fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with a hands-on approach, strong technical knowledge, and a proven track record in leading finance within a growth-oriented SME or international environment. NetSuite and Financial Statement (FS) experience are essential.

Key experience and competencies:

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), preferably practice trained
• Experience across financial and management accounting, statutory reporting, tax, and operational finance
• Previous experience implementing NetSuite is essential; other systems implementation experience considered
• Experience of group consolidations under UK GAAP and IFRS
• Strong knowledge of Excel and Microsoft tools
• Post-qualification experience (3+ years) in a small, dynamic finance function
• Experience using automation and AI tools to improve finance processes
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop the management accountant and credit controller
• Own the implementation and optimisation of NetSuite and related systems (e.g., Salesforce, BambooHR, Payhawk)
• Oversee preparation of group consolidated management accounts and board reporting packs
• Improve quality and speed of management information using new systems
• Lead on revenue recognition, billing, debtor management, and forecasting
• Work closely with the CFO on strategic finance matters, technical accounting, and new product accounting (recurring revenue, subscriptions, data etc.)
• Manage cashflow forecasting and debt provider reporting
• Liaise with overseas accountants to ensure timely reporting and compliance with tax/regulatory obligations
• Oversee payroll, pensions and employee expenses systems (via outsourced providers)
• Manage banking, treasury, and relationships with external providers
• Own the annual audit process and statutory accounts preparation (outsourced, with review responsibility)
• Ensure compliance with FCA and other regulatory requirements
• Drive continuous improvement across reporting, processes, and controls

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance

• Industries

  Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

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