Financial Controller (Ref: 185326)

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic sports organisation is seeking a Financial Controller to lead and modernise its finance function. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a focused and ambitious team while ensuring operational excellence and sustainability in financial practices. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, a proactive approach, and experience in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller in a sporting or multi-entity context.
• Hands-on experience with billing and financial processes.
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of month-end closing and financial statement preparation.
• Automation of billing processes for improved efficiency.
• Management of accounts payable and receivable.

Skills

Technical accounting

Financial controls

Budgeting

Forecasting

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACCA or ACA)

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Posted:

31.05.2025

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15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Forsyth Barnes is proud to be partnering exclusively with a dynamic and forward-thinking sports organisation entering an exciting phase of transformation and growth. As part of its evolving strategy, the organisation is seeking a hands-on, commercially astute Financial Controller to lead and modernise the finance function. This is a rare opportunity to join an organisation with a clear long-term vision, strong leadership, and a renewed focus on operational excellence and financial sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of month-end closing, including preparation of financial statements and management accounts.
• Oversee and automate the billing process to reduce manual work and improve efficiency.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Develop and implement robust financial controls and processes.
• Work closely with external auditors, providing required documentation and explanations.
• Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial planning.
• Regularly review cash flow reports and ensure accurate forecasting.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA or ACA).
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller, ideally within a sporting organisation or a complex multi-entity business.
• Strong technical accounting skills and experience with month-end closing.
• Hands-on experience with automating billing and financial processes.
• Excellent knowledge of financial controls, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong work ethic with a hands-on approach and lead by example.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proactive and hands-on, comfortable taking ownership of financial operations.
• Eager to learn and develop, with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders.