Group Financial Controller – Private Equity, London, AI-Driven

Trace | Expert Accountancy & Finance Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Trace | Expert Accountancy & Finance Recruitment is seeking a Group Financial Controller for a leading private equity firm in London. You will own the corporate finance function, drive reporting, controls, FP&A, and regulatory compliance across an international group, and lead automation and AI enhancements.

You will report to the Senior Director of Finance and manage a team, liaising with external auditors and senior stakeholders to deliver insightful financial analysis and robust control

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• 5+ years PQE
• Financial services experience is essential
• Strong experience in financial and management reporting
• NetSuite experience would be advantageous
• Commercially minded and naturally curious
• Enjoys improving processes rather than just maintaining them

Responsibilities

• Lead consolidated management, statutory and regulatory reporting for the corporate group
• Own the monthly and quarterly reporting cycle with high quality, timely delivery
• Manage annual budgeting and forecasting process
• Produce financial analysis and insights for senior stakeholders
• Act as principal contact for external auditors
• Oversee FCA and other regulatory reporting requirements
• Manage finance systems, controls and reconciliations
• Drive automation and AI initiatives to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Oversee VAT reporting and support tax compliance processes
• Build relationships across the business and with external advisers
• Manage and develop junior team members and outsourced providers

Skills

Commercial awareness

Analytical mindset

Process improvement

Stakeholder communication

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Trace | Expert Accountancy & Finance Recruitment is seeking a Group Financial Controller for a leading private equity firm in London. You will own the corporate finance function, drive reporting, controls, FP&A, and regulatory compliance across an international group, and lead automation and AI enhancements.

You will report to the Senior Director of Finance and manage a team, liaising with external auditors and senior stakeholders to deliver insightful financial analysis and robust control