Remote Financial Controller — Lead Finance & Controls

Michael Page International Recruitment Limited; Cardiff; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote

Job summary

Michael Page International Recruitment Limited is seeking a fully qualified accountant for a newly created Financial Controller role. The position reports to the CFO and is based in a 100% remote environment.

The Financial Controller will lead finance teams, ensure robust controls and regulatory compliance, manage treasury and cash flow, and drive automation and improvements across finance systems. A strong accounting qualification and senior financial experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified accounting designation (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and budgeting processes.
• Experience managing finances in a large, complex organisation.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with financial software and systems.
• Ability to lead and develop a finance team.
• Strong communication skills to convey financial insights clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the financial operations teams, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Ensure strong financial controls, balance sheet integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Own treasury management, cash flow forecasting and working capital oversight.
• Lead statutory reporting, audit processes and tax compliance activities.
• Drive finance systems improvements, automation and process optimisation.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to provide accurate, timely financial information.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate financial reports and statements.

Education

Accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Financial reporting & budgeting knowledge

Large organisation experience

Analytical & problem-solving skills

Financial software & systems proficiency

Leadership of finance team

Clear communication of financial insights

Job description

Michael Page International Recruitment Limited is seeking a fully qualified accountant for a newly created Financial Controller role. The position reports to the CFO and is based in a 100% remote environment.

The Financial Controller will lead finance teams, ensure robust controls and regulatory compliance, manage treasury and cash flow, and drive automation and improvements across finance systems. A strong accounting qualification and senior financial experience are essential.