Financial Controller

Marble Mayne Recruitment; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Financial Controller based in Central London. The successful candidate will oversee the month-end close process, manage accounts payable and receivable, and have a critical role in shaping financial processes within the organization. As a fully qualified accountant with over five years of hands-on finance experience, you will prepare management accounts and support the financial stability of the organization. Hybrid working opportunities and a competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000 per annum are offered.

Benefits

27 days holiday

7% employer pension contribution

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a hands-on finance role with transactional accounting responsibilities.
• Experience managing month-end close and preparing management accounts.
• Strong Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions including credit control.
• Prepare management accounts and financial reports for internal stakeholders.
• Supervise and develop junior finance team members.

Skills

Transactional accounting

Month-end close

Management accounts preparation

High-level Excel proficiency

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Financial Controller

Location: Central London (West End)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum

Play a key role in the finance function for a global membership organisation with 160+ years of industry expertise

Hybrid working with 27 days holiday and 7% employer pension contribution

Hands‑on role managing month‑end close, management accounts, supporting year‑end, accounts payable/receivable and credit control

Opportunity to develop junior finance staff and shape financial processes in an evolving organisation

Work within a collaborative environment that values flexibility and proactive problem‑solving

Our client is a well‑established global membership body serving the maritime industry, seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead their finance function. If you're a qualified accountant with strong hands‑on experience in transactional accounting, month‑end close, management accounts and team management, this permanent role offers the chance to take ownership of the finance operation within a dynamic, forward‑thinking organisation based in central London.

Company Overview

Our client is a professional membership organisation founded over 160 years ago, bringing together naval architects, maritime engineers and associated professionals across 140 countries. The organisation drives innovation in the maritime sector through technical excellence, publications, events and learning programmes. With a mission to advance the art and science of their industry, they foster interdisciplinary conversation around emerging topics including artificial intelligence, decarbonisation and autonomous systems. The organisation operates in an evolving environment that values collaboration, flexibility and proactive approaches to change.

Position Overview

As Financial Controller, you will report to the Director of Finance & Resources and will lead the day‑to‑day finance operation, taking ownership of transactional accounting and the month‑end close process. You'll maintain the general ledger, ensure data integrity across systems, and manage accounts payable, accounts receivable and credit control functions. The role involves coordinating payroll, preparing management accounts and VAT returns, supporting budget preparation and assisting with year‑end accounts and audits. You'll also supervise junior finance staff and contribute to office management and health and safety responsibilities, playing a key part in the organisation's financial stability and operational success. Ambition to take on more responsibility and transition into a Finance Director role in the future is also a possibility in this role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the month‑end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including credit control activities (with support from Finance Assistants)
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure data integrity between accounting systems
• Coordinate payroll administration and liaise with external payroll providers
• Prepare management accounts and financial reports for internal stakeholders
• Prepare and submit VAT returns in line with regulatory requirements
• Support budget preparation and variance analysis throughout the financial year
• Assist with external audit processes and year‑end financial statement preparation
• Supervise and develop junior finance team members, providing guidance and support
• Contribute to office management and health and safety responsibilities
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and systems efficiency

Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification)
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a hands‑on finance role with transactional accounting responsibilities
• Proven experience managing month‑end close and preparing management accounts
• High‑level Excel proficiency and ability to work with financial data confidently