Group Financial Controller — Hybrid Finance & Controls Lead

NATS; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading air navigation service provider is seeking a Group Financial Controller to oversee finance teams and ensure compliance with financial reporting standards. You will manage the preparation of key financial reports and guide technical accounting across the group. Ideal candidates are qualified accountants with substantial experience and excellent communication skills. Flexibility in working arrangements is available, including remote options.

Qualifications

• Substantial post‑qualification experience.
• Experience preparing annual and interim reports.
• Ability to explain complex accounting matters clearly.

Responsibilities

• Manage Finance Control Reporting and Route Charges teams.
• Produce the monthly CFO Report for the Board.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Manage preparation of the Annual Reports and Accounts.
• Oversee external audit process.
• Provide technical accounting guidance across the Group.

Skills

Excellent technical accounting knowledge

Strong analytical skills

Advanced user of Excel

Strong organisational skills

Excellent written communication skills

Leadership and interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA or equivalent)

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

A leading air navigation service provider is seeking a Group Financial Controller to oversee finance teams and ensure compliance with financial reporting standards. You will manage the preparation of key financial reports and guide technical accounting across the group. Ideal candidates are qualified accountants with substantial experience and excellent communication skills. Flexibility in working arrangements is available, including remote options.