Global Financial Controller: Robotics, AI Analytics

William Scott Associates; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

William Scott Associates in the Cambridge area is seeking a high-calibre Financial Controller to report to the CFO. This fast-growing, market-leading robotics business offers a scale-up environment with global reach and ambitious financial ambitions.

You will oversee day-to-day accounting across group entities, lead FP&A, grants management, and drive automation and AI-enabled reporting. ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified candidates with multi-entity experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent.
• Proven track record in multi-entity accounting and consolidation.
• Strong ERP and Excel capabilities; data analytics proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting across all group entities and consolidate statements.
• Manage payroll coordination and timely financial reporting (monthly/quarterly/annual).
• Lead group intercompany reconciliations and FX management.
• Drive FP&A, budgets, rolling forecasts and strategic insights for CFO.
• Oversee grants tracking and compliance for local, EU and international funds.
• Modernise controls with automation and AI-enabled reporting.

Skills

Multinational consolidation

Advanced Excel

Financial modelling

Data analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

ERP software

Job description

William Scott Associates in the Cambridge area is seeking a high-calibre Financial Controller to report to the CFO. This fast-growing, market-leading robotics business offers a scale-up environment with global reach and ambitious financial ambitions.

You will oversee day-to-day accounting across group entities, lead FP&A, grants management, and drive automation and AI-enabled reporting. ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified candidates with multi-entity experience are encouraged to apply.