Global Group Financial Controller: M&A & SAP Transformation

Ambition; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Group Financial Controller to drive the UK and international growth strategy. This pivotal role focuses on complex cross-border M&A activity, providing financial leadership and managing key transformation projects like transitioning to a cloud-based SAP platform. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in international finance and a proven track record in financial systems transformation. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Referral scheme with £200 vouchers

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in group financial control, ideally within M&A or joint venture environments.
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP and international accounting standards.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills.
• Track record of driving process improvement and digital transformation.
• Commercial acumen and ability to translate financial data into strategic insight.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial aspects of cross-border M&A and joint ventures.
• Manage UK and group reporting calendars and oversee consolidated reporting.
• Champion automation and digital transformation within finance systems.
• Align budgeting and forecasting with long term planning.
• Design and implement internal control frameworks.
• Optimise group cash flow and foreign currency strategies.
• Mentor a diverse finance team and foster a culture of collaboration.

Skills

Group financial control

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Process improvement

Digital transformation

Tools

SAP ERP systems

Job description

A leading law firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Group Financial Controller to drive the UK and international growth strategy. This pivotal role focuses on complex cross-border M&A activity, providing financial leadership and managing key transformation projects like transitioning to a cloud-based SAP platform. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in international finance and a proven track record in financial systems transformation. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.