Group Financial Controller

Robert Walters UK; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Birmingham seeks an experienced Group Financial Controller to oversee financial governance and drive excellence in reporting. The ideal candidate will have ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualifications, strong experience in M&A, and a proven background in international environments. This full-time, permanent role offers a salary of up to £120,000 per annum in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Experience in managing M&A activities.
• Background in working with international, multi-entity organizations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Group financial control and reporting activities.
• Lead the integration of newly acquired businesses.
• Drive improvements in financial systems and processes.
• Provide strategic insight to senior leadership.
• Manage and develop the finance team.

Skills

Strong experience in M&A

Exceptional communication skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership skills

Education

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified

Job description

Group Financial Controller – Permanent – Hybrid – Birmingham – Up to £120,000 per annum

Our client, a highly successful and internationally expanding organisation, is seeking a seasoned Group Financial Controller to lead group‑wide financial governance, drive excellence across reporting, and support ongoing M&A activity. This is an exceptional opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the financial infrastructure of a growing global organisation while working in a dynamic, forward‑thinking environment.

Location: Birmingham (Hybrid). Position: Group Financial Controller. Full‑time, permanent. Salary: Up to £120,000 per annum.

Key responsibilities of the Group Financial Controller

• Oversee Group financial control, reporting, and consolidation activities across multiple international entities.
• Lead the integration of newly acquired businesses, ensuring accurate financial reporting and alignment to Group standards.
• Drive continuous improvement of financial systems, processes, and controls across global operations.
• Provide strategic financial insight to senior leadership and support key business decision‑making.
• Manage and develop a high‑performing finance team, promoting excellence and best practice.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements across all jurisdictions.
• Oversee preparation of statutory accounts and engagement with external auditors.
• Partner closely with operational and commercial teams to support international growth initiatives.

Key essentials of the Group Financial Controller

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (essential).
• Strong experience in M&A, including post‑acquisition integration.
• Proven background in international, multi‑entity group environments.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Must already be based in the UK.