Financial Controller (4296)

Wade Macdonald; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Income protection

Critical illness cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working

Private medical insurance

Private GP access

Professional development

Job summary

Wade Macdonald is seeking an experienced Financial Controller for a growing professional services client in Central London. Working with the Head of Finance, you will lead the finance function, ensure robust reporting, strong controls and nurture a high-performing team.

This hands-on role offers opportunities to influence processes, support strategic decision‑making and drive business improvements across systems and controls while maintaining compliance and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• ACCA/ACA or equivalent qualification.
• Strong background in financial reporting, management accounting and team leadership.
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP systems knowledge.
• Experience overseeing payroll, audits and statutory compliance.
• Experience in professional services, especially project accounting or revenue recognition is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly close, deliver management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a collaborative, high‑performing environment.
• Oversee accounts payable, invoicing and credit control processes.
• Assist with budgets and forecasts, review performance and provide variance commentary.
• Drive improvements in financial systems, reporting and internal controls.
• Coordinate outsourced payroll arrangements and payroll tax reporting.
• Ensure VAT, PAYE and statutory reporting including Companies House obligations.
• Provide financial insight to senior stakeholders and support audits.

Skills

Advanced Excel

ERP systems knowledge

Team leadership

Financial reporting

Project accounting

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

UNIT4 ERPx

Job description

Working Pattern: Full-time, flexible working

About the Client

Our client is a highly regarded, employee-owned organisation operating within the Professional Services sector. With a strong reputation and a collaborative working environment, they are committed to delivering excellent results while supporting the professional development and wellbeing of their people.

Their culture is built around teamwork, integrity and mutual respect, creating an environment where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop their careers and share in the organisation's continued success.

About the Job

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller to join a growing organisation in Central London. Working closely with the Head of Finance, you will take responsibility for the smooth running of the finance function, ensuring robust financial reporting, effective controls and the continued development of a high-performing team.

This is a varied and hands-on position offering the opportunity to influence financial processes, support commercial decision-making and contribute to ongoing business improvements.

Duties will include:

• Managing the monthly financial close, delivering management accounts and ensuring balance sheet reconciliations are completed accurately
• Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team, encouraging a collaborative and high-performing working environment
• Taking responsibility for accounts payable, invoicing and credit control activities, ensuring effective processes and financial controls
• Assisting with annual budgets and financial forecasts, reviewing performance and providing meaningful commentary on variances
• Driving improvements across financial systems, reporting processes and internal controls, including supporting ERP system development
• Coordinating outsourced payroll arrangements and overseeing associated tax reporting and employee queries
• Ensuring compliance with VAT, PAYE and statutory reporting requirements, including relevant Companies House obligations
• Working closely with senior stakeholders to provide financial insight, resolve operational challenges and improve business performance
• Supporting audit requirements and maintaining accurate financial records and documentation

About the Successful Applicant

You will be ACA, ACCA or equivalently qualified, or have substantial relevant experience, with a strong background in financial reporting, management accounting and team leadership. Advanced Excel skills, ERP systems knowledge and experience overseeing payroll, audits and statutory compliance are essential. You will be commercially aware, organised and approachable, with excellent communication skills. Previous professional services experience, particularly involving project accounting, revenue recognition or UNIT4 ERPx, would be advantageous.

What You Will Receive in Return

You will join a supportive, employee-owned organisation that genuinely values its people and encourages professional growth. Alongside a competitive salary and discretionary bonus, you will benefit from a comprehensive package designed to support your career, financial security and personal wellbeing.

Benefits include:

• 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• Income protection and critical illness cover
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent training and professional development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Private medical insurance, healthcare benefits and access to a private GP following probation
• Professional membership subscriptions, travel loans and cycle-to-work scheme following probation

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a broad finance remit while developing your career within a successful, people-focused organisation.