Group Financial Controller

Harper May Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy group seeks a Group Financial Controller to oversee financial operations and reporting across its international business. This key leadership role requires strong technical expertise, commercial acumen, and a hands-on leadership style to drive performance and ensure financial governance.

Qualifications

• Strong post-qualified experience in finance.
• Proven experience in a group-level finance role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly consolidation and reporting of financial results.
• Lead the statutory reporting process, including year-end accounts.
• Manage and develop a high-performing finance team.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Job description

Harper May is partnering with a growing consultancy group that is seeking a Group Financial Controller to lead consolidated reporting, financial operations, and controls across its international business. With multiple service lines and an expanding global footprint, this is a key leadership role for an experienced finance professional with strong technical expertise and commercial acumen.

Role Overview:
The Group Financial Controller will be responsible for overseeing group-wide financial reporting, ensuring robust controls, and supporting strategic decision-making. Reporting to the CFO, this role will work closely with senior leadership to drive performance, improve systems, and maintain financial discipline across multiple entities and jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee monthly consolidation and reporting of financial results across the group

• Deliver timely and accurate management accounts, board reporting, and commentary

• Lead the statutory reporting process, including year-end accounts and external audits

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, ensuring financial governance across all operations

• Coordinate budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning at group level

• Support international compliance, tax, and regulatory requirements across jurisdictions

• Drive improvements in financial systems, processes, and automation

• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal teams

• Manage and develop a high-performing finance team, ensuring high standards and operational efficiency

Key Requirements:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with strong post-qualified experience

• Proven experience in a group-level finance role within a consultancy or professional services environment

• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS and multi-entity consolidations

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to partner with senior stakeholders

• Hands-on leadership style with a focus on continuous improvement

• Experience with financial systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or similar platforms