Group Financial Controller

Rapid Recruitment Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Financial Controller based in Greater London. The successful candidate will oversee all finance operations across multiple entities, requiring a minimum of 10 years' experience and qualifications in ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent. Key responsibilities include managing finances, producing detailed reports, and implementing financial systems. The role demands strong Excel skills and experience with Sage systems, offering benefits like on-site parking and employee discounts.

Benefits

On-site parking

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in financial management required.
• Proven management experience within a group structure.
• Ability to work confidently in a dynamic business environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function and oversee all financial operations.
• Produce reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Manage cash flow and review financial reports.

Skills

Sage Accounting

Excel (including macros and lookup tables)

Education

Fully qualified ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent

Job description

We are partnering with a well-established group of companies to recruit an experienced Financial Controller with a minimum of 10 years’ experience to oversee all finance and accounts operations across multiple entities.

Role Purpose

The Financial Controller will lead the finance function, overseeing the performance and output of the finance and accounts departments, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all areas of company finance including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Management Accounts, and Payroll.
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Manage cash flow and regularly review internal financial reports.
• Review and enhance accounting systems, including payroll and invoicing.
• Ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded, filed, and reported.
• Implement and maintain financial reporting systems in line with government regulations.
• Liaise with auditors to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and standards.
• Develop and monitor budgets and financial plans for multiple business units.
• Identify and implement cost reduction strategies.
• Analyse financial reports to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Introduce systems to minimise errors in data collection and financial calculations.
• Support system migrations and contribute to process improvement initiatives, including digital document management.

Requirements

• Fully qualified ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in financial management.
• Proven experience using Sage Accounting and Payroll systems.
• Strong Excel skills, including macros and lookup tables.
• Minimum 5 years’ management experience within a multi-company or group structure.
• Confident working within a dynamic, entrepreneurial business environment.

Benefits

• On-site parking
• Employee discounts