London-Based Strategic Finance Controller

Retail Insights; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing financial firm in London is seeking a Controller to drive and manage financial operations. The ideal candidate has an accounting background with experience from a Big Four firm, ideally in a small or medium-sized business. This role offers significant responsibilities, including preparing budgets and providing financial insights, within a supportive team environment that values internal promotion.

Qualifications

• More than two years of experience from a Big Four firm.
• Experience as CFO, Head of Finance or Finance Director from a small or medium-sized business.
• UK working permit.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual budgets for effective financial planning.
• Provide weekly updates on cash flow.
• Conduct monthly P&L and cash updates for comprehensive financial insights.
• Evaluate and implement cost optimisation programs.
• Review intercompany and external loans.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

High sense of urgency

Proactive ownership

Education

Accounting background

Job description

A growing financial firm in London is seeking a Controller to drive and manage financial operations. The ideal candidate has an accounting background with experience from a Big Four firm, ideally in a small or medium-sized business. This role offers significant responsibilities, including preparing budgets and providing financial insights, within a supportive team environment that values internal promotion.