Strategic Financial Controller - FP&A & Consolidations

Cognisant; England; On-site; GBP 76,500 - 93,500; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious company in real estate is looking for a Financial Controller to oversee financial performance and reporting. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the CFO, lead budgeting and forecasting, and enhance financial systems. This role requires strong FP&A experience, technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to drive financial governance. Ideal for qualified accountants seeking a career progression, autonomy, and high-impact responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in FP&A within a multi-entity environment.
• Proven experience in financial leadership with a strong systems exposure.
• Experience in delivering accurate group consolidations and management reporting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate monthly group consolidations and management reporting.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and KPI performance tracking.
• Develop automation and improve financial systems and processes.
• Support commercial decision-making with data-driven insights.
• Enhance financial governance, internal controls, and cash management.

Skills

Financial performance analysis

Budgeting and forecasting

Financial modelling

Technical accounting expertise

Data-driven insights

KPI performance tracking

Education

ACA or equivalent qualification

Job description

A prestigious company in real estate is looking for a Financial Controller to oversee financial performance and reporting. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the CFO, lead budgeting and forecasting, and enhance financial systems. This role requires strong FP&A experience, technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to drive financial governance. Ideal for qualified accountants seeking a career progression, autonomy, and high-impact responsibilities.