Group Financial Controller

CV Screen Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a qualified Group Financial Controller near Reading. This hands-on role involves leading financial management, reporting, and controls while supporting strategic decision-making and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in senior finance roles and possess strong knowledge of accounting standards. The position offers a salary of up to £80,000, hybrid working options, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Market leading benefits package

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in senior finance roles.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and financial governance.
• Skilled in developing and improving finance systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial management and reporting.
• Ensure compliance and support strategic decision-making.
• Develop a high-performing finance team.

Skills

Qualified accountant

Financial control

Cash flow management

In-depth knowledge of accounting standards

Tax and compliance knowledge

SME experience

Charity/not-for-profit experience

Education

Professionally qualified accountant

Job description

Group Financial Controller

Reading

Salary up to £80,000

We are seeking a qualified Group Financial Controller to join a fantastic business near Reading. This hands on role will lead financial management, reporting, and controls while supporting strategic decision-making, ensuring compliance, and developing a high-performing finance team.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES

• Extensive experience in senior finance roles
• Professionally qualified accountant
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and financial governance
• Experience within SMEs, charities, or group structure
• Skilled in developing and improving finance systems
• Hands-on, detail-focused working style

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Qualified accountant
• Strong background in financial control, cash flow, and reporting.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting standards, tax, and compliance.
• SME Experience is a major plus
• Charity/Not for profit experience is highly desirable

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Basic salary up to £80,000
• Hybrid working - 4 days per week from home
• Free on site parking
• Market leading benefits package

LOCATION

The role is based near Reading on a hybrid working basis, with only 1-2 days per week required in the office.

TO APPLY

Please send your CV to Matt Wrght at CV Screen in strict confidence or apply directly to this job posting. CV Screen is the Recruitment Agency managing this vacancy.

ALTERNATE TITLES

Finance Manager Head of Finance Senior Finance Manager Financial Controller