Financial Controller (General Ledger)

Randstad Financial & Professional; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Financial & Professional is seeking a high-calibre Financial Controller to lead the back-office General Ledger function for the UK & Ireland Division. You will act as a trusted advisor, lead a team, ensure accounting integrity, and drive modern process improvements, automation, and digital analytics across the region.

You will own GL governance, balance sheet certification, and work closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver timely, insightful reporting and continuous

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent.
• Proven track record in Record-to-Report, balance sheet management and close processes.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk governance and audit readiness.
• Experience leading teams, managing change and resource planning.

Responsibilities

• Own General Ledger and Balance Sheet integrity across the division.
• Lead and develop the General Ledger team, driving resource deployment and cross-skilling.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes with timely reporting.

Skills

Record-to-Report

Month-end close

Leadership

Data analytics

Automation

ERP systems

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Blackline

Job description

Are you a Qualified Accounting professional, we are seeking a high-calibre Financial Controller to lead its back-office General Ledger function across the UK & Ireland Division, you will act as a trusted advisor, leading a team to ensure accounting integrity while driving modern process improvements, automation, and continuous evolution.

Key Responsibilities

• General Ledger & Balance Sheet Ownership, oversee the integrity of all ledgers across the division's ERP platform. Own the Blackline governance, reconciliation controls, and balance sheet certification processes.
• Lead, coach, and motivate a dedicated General Ledger team, driving workforce planning, cross-skilling, and optimal resource deployment.
• Coordinate and deliver efficient month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to time and high-quality standards, providing management with insightful reporting.
• Act as a Centre of Excellence to identify bottlenecks, streamline End-to-End processes, and implement automation, AI, and digital analytics tools.
• Ensure strict compliance with financial accounting standards and controls, serving as the key contact for internal and external audit activities.
• Build strong collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, providing clear business insights and driving standardisation across all operating segments.

Candidate Requirements & Experience

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with a solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Proven track record in Record-to-Report processes, balance sheet management, and month-end close management in a complex corporate or divisional setup.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk management, and governance frameworks (experience with tools like Blackline is highly desirable).
• Demonstrated success in leading teams, resource allocation, talent development, and managing change initiatives.
• Tech-savvy mindset with the ability to leverage technology, ERP systems, data analytics, and process automation to optimize reporting and operational efficiency.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the commercial judgement to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership.