Group Financial Controller (12m FTC)

Veredus; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking an experienced Group Financial Controller on a 12-month fixed term contract. The role requires overseeing the monthly reporting process, preparing board packs, and leading external audits. Ideal candidates will have ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualifications, alongside proven finance experience. Remote working is possible, with occasional meetings in London. This is a director-level position suitable for proactive individuals with strong managerial skills.

Qualifications

• Experienced Accountant with a relevant qualification.
• Proven experience with month end financial close.
• Strong technical knowledge of finance software.

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly reporting close process.
• Prepare the Group monthly Board Pack.
• Lead the balance sheet reviews for the Group.

Skills

Proven experience in a Finance Role

Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards

Strong communication skills

Analytical skillset

Ability to manage a team

Education

ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification

Tools

IRIS Financials

Job description

Base pay range

Group Financial Controller - 12m fixed term contract (maternity cover)

£80-90k per year

Remote working with occasional meetings in London when required

mid‑feb start

Main duties and responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the monthly reporting close process for the companies within the Group.
• The monthly reporting close process includes:
• The creation of the month end reporting timetable and ensuring completion of all requirements by the business finance teams on time
• Completion of the accounting and reporting for the central Group entities
• Preparation of the Group monthly Board Pack including the consolidation of monthly financial results and statements for the businesses
• Review of the business unit board packs for completeness
• Attendance of the monthly business unit review meetings
• Cashflow forecasting for the Group
• Lead the external audit for the Group, supporting the business Finance Directors and liaising with other stakeholders as required
• Support with the annual Corporation Tax returns by providing information and responding to any queries and questions
• Produce the draft annual statutory accounts for each entity within the Group, to be reviewed by the CFO and external auditors
• Lead the balance sheet reviews ahead of half year and year end for all businesses
• Ensure Group payments on account are completed per their schedules for Corporation Tax and VAT
• Submit quarterly VAT returns for the Group, reviewing line items to ensure VAT codes used are correct,)];
  • Support the Chair and CFO with the annual business planning process for the Group, reviewing business submissions and consolidating packs for Board submission
  • Monitor্ Group cashflows ensuring all liabilities can be met, receipts collected by the business finance teams and there is sufficient cash available each month flagging issues to senior management
  • Update the cash flow forecasting for the Group
  • Processing of the monthly corporate payroll for payment
  • Support with processing and approval of any AP or other ad hoc payments
  • Manage a team of three heads, that includes a Group Management Accountant, HR Technical System Analyst and Senior Payroll Administrator. Supporting with any issues and providing cover for annual leave
  • Oversight of the corporate payroll process
  • Oversight of the corporate group systems
  • Oversee the Key Controls Framework for the Group, followingInd up with control gaps within the businesses
  • Responsibility for the accounting system IRIS Financials and expenses system ASSURE and ensuring system access maintained, updated and system issues resolved
  • Maintain shared mailboxes for Financial, HR & Expenses systems, responding to queries and raising requests with service providers as required

  What we are looking for

  • Experienced Accountant, ideally with ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification
  • Proven experience in a Finance Role with responsibility for month end financial close, delivery of controllership activities and business reporting, ideally for a small group of companies
  • Strong technical knowledge and experience in using finance software and systems ideally IRIS Financials
  • Strong technical knowledge of relevant accounting standards
  • Strong communication skills both written and verbal
  • An analytical, influencing and managerial skillset
  • Action‑oriented: ability to turn goals into executable tasks effectively and do what is needed to deliver results
  • Enthusiastic, self‑motivated with high levels of energy and drive
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  Seniority level

  Director

  Employment type

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  Contract

  Job function

  Finance

  Industries

  Human Resources Services