A global market leading group are looking for a talented Group Financial Controller to join their finance team. As a key member of the leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy and operations of a large international group, a recognized leader in the global market. The person in this role will lead team of group finance professionals and deliver and consolidate group results to the business.
Key Responsibilities:
*Leading the preparation and coordination of monthly consolidated group management accounts to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
*Overseeing the budgeting and forecasting process, consolidating inputs across the group, and providing insights to senior leadership.
*Managing financial reporting for the Group Finance Director, and Board members.
*Coordinating monthly submissions to the parent company and maintaining robust relationships with divisional and overseas accounting teams.
*Producing and managing annual statutory accounts in compliance with international accounting standards.
*Overseeing group taxation deliverables and VAT reporting for both UK and international operations.
*Driving process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
*Supporting the year-end audit process and performing specific year-end calculations, including bad debts and holiday pay provisions.
*Managing and mentoring a team of four finance professionals, fostering development and high performance.
*Maintaining the UK Group’s leases and contractor datasets, ensuring IR35 compliance.
*Supporting bank administration across all platforms and contributing to ad hoc strategic projects.
Qualifications and Experience:
*ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
*Proven experience in group consolidation.
*Strong technical expertise, with a deep understanding of IFRS, UK GAAP, and FRS 101.
*Proven experience in managing financial teams
*Background in a multi-national group environment (preferred).
*A proactive and detail-oriented approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
Salary & benefits:
*Base salary up to £90,000 per annum
*10% bonus scheme
*28 annual leave days per year, increases to 29 days after 2 years’ service and goes up to 30 days after 5 years’ (+ bank holidays)
*Private medical insurance
*Generous pension schemes
*Rent deposit loans
*2 community days per year
*Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months)
*Retail discount rewards
*Cycle to Work scheme
*Eye care vouchers
*Wide-ranging training library
*Development programmes (including mentoring)
*12 Staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing and religious networks
*Season ticket loans
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