We’re looking for an experienced group financial controller to oversee our organisation’s financial operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring robust financial management, compliance, and strategic planning across the group.
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Hybrid
Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management and Reporting
- Oversee the preparation and consolidation of financial statements for the group.
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with IFRS and GAAP.
- Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Prepare financial statements for clients.
Budgeting and Forecasting
- Lead the annual budgeting process and monthly forecasting activities.
- Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts, providing variance analysis and recommendations for corrective actions.
- Manage VAT and corporate income tax compliance for all group entities.
Cash Flow Management
- Ensure efficient treasury and payroll operations.
- Liaise with local accountants and tax agents globally.
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and company policies.
Qualifications and Experience
Education:
- Bachelorโs degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
- Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in finance roles.
- Experience in a group or multi-entity organisation is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS/GAAP and financial regulatory requirements.
Skills and Competencies:
- Experience writing reports that explain complex technical issues in an understandable manner for less experienced accountants and clients.
- Proficiency with financial software and ERP systems, including Exact Online, Xero, and QuickBooks.
- Advanced Excel skills will be tested at the interview stage.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- High level of integrity and dependability.
