Group Finance Controller - PE-Backed Growth in Tech

Kerv; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth technology company in the Greater London area is seeking a Group Financial Controller to lead the finance function during a critical phase of growth. The ideal candidate will have Big 4 training, at least 8 years of PQE in a PE-backed environment, and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include monthly reporting, strengthening controls, and mentoring a high-performing finance team. This hands-on leadership role aims to deliver finance transformation and support the company's strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Big 4 trained with strong technical accounting foundations.
• At least 8 years PQE with proven experience as a Group Financial Controller or similar.
• Experience delivering finance transformation and change, including systems improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the group finance function, managing teams.
• Deliver high-quality monthly group reporting and board-level packs.
• Strengthen financial controls, governance, and processes.

Skills

People leadership skills

Finance transformation

Technical accounting

Systems improvement

Collaboration

Education

ACA qualified or equivalent

Tools

MD Business Central

Job description

A high-growth technology company in the Greater London area is seeking a Group Financial Controller to lead the finance function during a critical phase of growth. The ideal candidate will have Big 4 training, at least 8 years of PQE in a PE-backed environment, and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include monthly reporting, strengthening controls, and mentoring a high-performing finance team. This hands-on leadership role aims to deliver finance transformation and support the company's strategic initiatives.