Financial Controller

Eelan Search; London, West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing North London-based business is seeking a proactive Financial Controller to oversee its UK and US financial operations. The role involves managing daily accounting activities, providing strategic financial insights, and ensuring compliance and reporting. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and experience in multi-entity operations.

Benefits

Market rate + Bonus

Qualifications

• Fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA) required.
• Experience leading finance teams and managing multi-entity operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage all daily accounting activities, AP/AR, payroll, invoicing, and general ledger.
• Work with senior leadership to provide financial insight and recommendations.
• Ensure timely statutory reporting, tax submissions, and audit preparation.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

CIMA

ACCA

Tools

Microsoft D365 F&O

Job description

Location and Hours

North London (25 minutes from Kings Cross, near Tottenham Hale Station). Full-time, on-site, Monday to Friday.

Role Overview

A growing North London-based business is seeking a proactive Financial Controller to oversee its UK and US financial operations, support strategic decision-making, and play a key role in its continued success.

Key Responsibilities

1. Finance Operations: Manage all daily accounting activities, AP/AR, payroll, invoicing, inventory, and general ledger.
2. Strategic Insight: Work with senior leadership to provide financial insight and recommendations.
3. Compliance & Reporting: Ensure timely statutory reporting, tax submissions, and audit preparation.
4. Systems Oversight: Drive improvements in the ERP system (Microsoft D365 F&O) and manage software licensing.
5. Commercial Oversight: Review pricing regularly and ensure contracts meet updated requirements.
6. Cash Flow: Manage cash forecasting, multi-currency transactions, and banking relationships.

Must-Haves

• Fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA).
• Experience leading finance teams and managing multi-entity operations.
• Proficient in ERP systems (ideally Microsoft D365 F&O).
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communicator with experience liaising with global stakeholders.

Nice-to-Haves

• Knowledge of US payroll/tax.
• Experience with multi-currency finance operations.
• Interest in working within a growing, hands-on environment.

Additional Details

Experience: Required

Employment: Full-time

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Benefits: Market rate + Bonus

About Eelan Search

We are a well-established multinational business headquartered in North London, with operations spanning the UK and the US. Our company has a long-standing reputation for quality, innovation, and operational excellence.