Group Financial Controller

Keeler Recruitment Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth technology firm in South Norfolk is seeking an experienced Group Financial Controller. You will be responsible for overseeing financial reporting, managing compliance, and supporting strategic growth initiatives. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified accountant with extensive knowledge of UK GAAP/IFRS and experience in managing cash flow and financial planning. A competitive package is offered, including a salary, performance bonus, and potential share options.

Benefits

Performance bonus

Private healthcare

Pension

Potential share options

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP/IFRS and group consolidations is essential.
• Demonstrable experience in a listed or private equity-backed environment is required.
• Commercial credibility to influence senior stakeholders is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead all group financial reporting ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Oversee year-end audits and manage tax compliance.
• Partner with leadership on business planning and funding strategies.

Skills

UK GAAP/IFRS knowledge

Cash and working capital management

ERP systems proficiency

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Influencing C-suite and boards

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

I am working on behalf of a high-growth, technology-led business to appoint an experienced Group Financial Controller. Reporting directly to the CFO, this established leadership role is critical to ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and strategic insight, while supporting the company's ongoing growth in the UK and internationally. Based in South Norfolk with the option of hybrid working.

Role

As Group Financial Controller, you will:

• Lead all group financial reporting: oversee statutory accounts, consolidations, monthly management accounts, board packs, and ensure compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS.
• Maintain strong governance and controls: act as the main contact for external auditors, deliver smooth year-end audits, and manage tax, VAT, and HMRC obligations.
• Drive financial planning: lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, variance analysis, KPIs, and provide recommendations to senior leadership.
• Manage cash and treasury: own cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, working capital optimisation, and banking relationships.
• Support strategy and growth: partner with the CFO and CEO on business planning, corporate transactions, fundraising, and investor relations.
• Partner with the business: work with operations, sales, and engineering to drive cost efficiency, support bid pricing, and improve inventory management.
• Enhance systems and processes: develop ERP and financial systems, automate reporting where possible, and embed best-in-class practices.
• Lead and develop the finance team: manage, mentor, and build capability within the team.
• Provide international support: advise on multi-currency transactions, trade finance, and cross-border operations.

Candidate Profile

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP/IFRS and group consolidations
• Strong cash and working capital management skills.
• Experienced with ERP systems and advanced in Microsoft Excel, with a track record of driving process efficiency and automation.
• Knowledge of R&D tax credits and grant funding processes.
• Demonstrable experience in listed or private equity-backed environments. M&A exposure advantageous.
• Commercially credible, with the ability to influence C-suite, boards, investors, and external advisors.
• Able to thrive in a fast-changing SME environment, balancing detail with strategic input.

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-looking, innovation-driven business at a key stage of its growth. The role offers genuine influence at board level, a broad remit across operations and strategy, and strong progression opportunities.

A highly competitive package is on offer, including salary, performance bonus, pension, private healthcare, and potential share options.