Head of Finance / Financial Controller

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading market service division seeks a Financial Controller to support the Finance Director and manage a team of finance professionals. With a strong influence on financial strategy and oversight, this senior role offers significant leadership exposure and the opportunity to impact business operations directly. Remote working and occasional travel are part of this confidential search, promising advancement within a global group.

Benefits

Senior leadership exposure

Remote working with occasional travel

Opportunity for career progression

Qualifications

• At least 6 years PQE in financial roles.
• Experience in financial reporting within large organizations.
• Strong track record in managing financial controls and month-end processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial management for the division.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and monthly financial reporting.
• Manage audits and ensure compliance with financial standards.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Communication

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Influence

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA preferred)

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Client:

BIE Executive

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Confidential Opportunity: Financial Controller – Business Services Organisation

Location: Remote (UK-based)

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Reference: [Confidential]

About the Company

A market-leading division of a global business services group (£1bn t/o) is seeking a talented Financial Controller for their UK&I Operations, and Business Partner for a £200m sub division.

The Role

As Financial Controller, you will play a pivotal leadership role, supporting the Finance Director and leading a team of 10 finance professionals. You’ll be responsible for maintaining a robust control environment, ensuring compliance with Group, Regional, and external standards, and delivering insightful financial reporting and analysis to drive business performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Finance Director in all aspects of financial management for the division
• Lead and develop the financial control environment, ensuring compliance with all relevant frameworks and standards (including US GAAP and SOX)
• Oversee business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial analysis
• Deliver accurate and timely monthly financial reporting and performance insights
• Manage internal and external audits, statutory accounts, and tax compliance
• Partner with senior business leaders and operational teams to support commercial decision-making and cashflow improvement
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Finance Managers and Contract Accountants

About You

• Qualified accountant, preferably ACA, with at least 6 years PQE
• Significant experience in financial accounting and reporting within a large, complex organisation
• Proven track record in managing month-end close, business planning, and financial controls
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Resilient, intellectually robust, and able to manage competing priorities
• Experience in multi-site, B2B environments preferred

Why Apply?

• Senior leadership exposure and the opportunity to deputise for the Finance Director
• Key member of a high-performing central finance team
• Opportunity to make a significant impact and progress to more senior roles within a global group
• Remote working with occasional travel as required

This is a confidential search. For further information or to express your interest, please submit your CV and a brief cover note via the application link.