Global Financial Controller

CPL Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Pharma organization in Surrey is seeking a Global Financial Controller to lead their accounting function. This key role involves ensuring compliance with IFRS and GAAP, overseeing financial reporting, and managing a lean team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in technical accounting and a proven ability to drive results in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in accounting, including leadership roles.
• Extensive knowledge of IFRS and GAAP.
• Experience in a fast-paced, decision-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee global accounting function, including financial reporting and audit preparation.
• Own and improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Lead and develop a central accounting team.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Accounting

Financial Reporting

Decision Making

Communication

Education

Qualified Accountant

Job description

Cpl has the pleasure of working with a leading Pharma organisation who are currently looking to hire a Global Financial Controller, for their office in Surrey, UK
Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Global Controller to join our Finance team. This pivotal role requires a strong technical accounting background, the ability to make quick and confident decisions in ambiguous situations, and a relentless commitment to operational excellence. As the Global Controller, you will lead the global accounting function, policy design standardization and implementation, ensuring accurate financial reporting & compliance, and the execution of critical financial initiatives. This individual will be responsible for policies, M&A, & integrating our plants in a Medical Technology and acquisitive space
This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and will be joining a leadership team dedicated to driving standardization, a culture of ownership and improvement, and leveraging processes to support an exciting growth model for this $275M business (currently). This is an ideal role for someone who embraces change and possesses the grit and ownership necessary to execute cross functionally in a global organization. Key Responsibilities: • Lead Global Accounting: Oversee the global accounting function, including financial reporting, month-end close, consolidation, and audit preparation. Ensure compliance with IFRS, GAAP, and other regional accounting standards. • Ownership of Financial Processes: Own and continuously improve accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting structures across global entities. Lead cross-functional collaboration to drive efficient and scalable financial operations. • Technical Accounting Expertise: Provide technical accounting guidance on complex issues. Interpret and apply accounting standards to resolve questions and guide the business. • Pivot and Make Decisions in Grey Areas: Effectively navigate grey areas and make informed decisions when faced with uncertainty. Exhibit resilience and the ability to pivot priorities in response to shifting business needs and challenges. • Financial Reporting: Ensure timely and accurate preparation of global financial statements, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. Collaborate with external auditors and internal stakeholders to address financial matters. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with business partners, legal, IT, and our third party support (Tax, Audit) to address global accounting challenges, resolve issues quickly, and implement new processes and systems. • Lead and Develop Team: Manage a lean central accounting team, providing mentorship and fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement. Central Accounting, Tax, Statutory Reporting, maintaining controls and enforcing structure with a team of 3-4 individuals & outside service firms. Treasury will remain reporting separately to the CFO for the midterm, and a small FP&A team reports to the CFO separately. Qualifications: • Qualified Accountant • 12+ years of progressive experience in accounting, including technical accounting, financial reporting, and leadership roles. • Extensive knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, and researching & applying accounting frameworks. • Proven ability to make decisions in ambiguous situations and to pivot quickly when necessary. • Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive results and foster a culture of grit and ownership. • Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex technical accounting issues for non-financial stakeholders. • Experience working in a fast-paced, decision-oriented environment, with the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines. • Experience with implementing financial policies and automation is a plus. For more information, contact [email protected] #LI-RW2