Group Financial Manager/Controller - 6mth Mat Cover

Ebiquity plc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consultancy in London is seeking a Group Financial Manager/Controller for a fixed-term role. The successful candidate will be ACA-qualified with experience in AIM-listed companies, responsible for financial reporting, audit processes, and financial modelling. Excellent analytical skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, with full work from home or hybrid options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave including an extra day off for your birthday

Full work from home or hybrid working

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience in HQ roles for AIM-listed or publicly quoted companies.
• Deep knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidated annual Group financial statements under IFRS.
• Lead the global year-end audit process.
• Build advanced financial models to support scenario analysis.

Skills

Expertise in external financial reporting

Advanced financial modelling

IFRS compliance

Strong financial modelling skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Fully qualified ACA accountant

Job description

Group Financial Manager/Controller - 6mth Mat Cover

Department: Finance

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: UK

Description

We are seeking an ACA‑qualified accountant with proven experience in AIM‑listed or publicly quoted companies. This interim role involves leading the Group’s financial reporting, consolidation, and audit processes, while leveraging technical expertise, advanced financial modelling, and proficiency in scenario analysis, cash‑flow forecasting, and share‑based reporting. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to deliver high‑quality results under pressure and within tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

External Financial Reporting

• Prepare consolidated annual Group financial statements under IFRS for the Annual Report and results announcements.
• Lead the global year‑end audit process, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Draft technical papers for the Audit Committee, focusing on compliance, governance, and risk management.
• Provide expert financial accounting guidance to regional teams, addressing complex technical issues and ensuring consistency across the Group.

Financial Modelling & Analysis

• Build advanced financial models to support scenario analysis and strategic decision‑making.
• Develop detailed cash‑flow forecasts to support going‑concern assessments and long‑term planning efforts.

Treasury & Tax Collaboration

• Partner with Treasury to manage FX exposure and implement hedging strategies to mitigate financial risk.
• Monitor and report on debt covenant compliance, working proactively to address any issues.
• Collaborate with the Tax team to develop and implement planning strategies, ensuring compliance across jurisdictions.

Share‑Based Reporting

• Lead the accounting and reporting for share‑based payment schemes, ensuring full compliance with IFRS 2.
• Deliver accurate valuations, analyses, and disclosures in line with regulatory and reporting requirements.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform internal control reviews to strengthen governance frameworks, mitigate risks, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Work closely with finance, treasury, tax, and operational teams to ensure alignment, transparency, and consistency in financial processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with auditors, bankers, and external advisors, fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Qualifications & Experience

• Fully qualified ACA accountant, with at least 5 years of post‑qualification experience.
• Proven experience in HQ roles for AIM‑listed or publicly quoted companies.
• Expertise in external financial reporting, advanced financial modelling, and IFRS 2 compliance.

Technical Skills

• Deep knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP, with the ability to apply technical principles to practical challenges.
• Strong financial modelling skills, including experience with going‑concern, impairment reviews, and liquidity planning.
• A solid understanding of consolidation principles and financial processes.

Personal Attributes

• A collaborative team player who works effectively across departments and geographies.
• Detail‑oriented, with the ability to deliver high‑quality results under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Self‑motivated, adaptable, and capable of managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

• A competitive salary and benefits
• Generous annual leave including an extra day off for your birthday
• Full work from home or hybrid working based in London

Ebiquity aims to create a workplace that is open and supportive, and free of discrimination and prejudice. We want the best talent available, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, disability or age.