Group Financial Controller International Consultancy. LilyLifestyle

Hybrid Group Financial Controller

Group-level accounting leader for a multi‑region, multi‑entity international consultancy based in Bristol. This role involves headline financial control of the UK function and full group consolidation, reporting, and statutory compliance.

• Lead and develop a finance team of six, providing clear direction and accountability for UK financial control and group accounting activities.
• Manage the full group consolidation process, ensuring accurate, timely reporting and collaboration with FP&A and Treasury to strengthen insight and cash‑flow visibility.
• Oversee statutory compliance and external audits, acting as the main auditor contact and implementing group accounting policies.
• Maintain strong financial controls, guaranteeing a disciplined month‑end process, accurate balance sheets and high‑quality reconciliations.
• Lead equity partner accounting, covering partner financials, distributions, bonuses, HMRC submissions and external advisor liaison, while supporting subsidiary dividend processes.
• Deliver strategic finance projects that enhance operational efficiency, strengthen governance and support business growth.

• Experience in a global, multi‑entity, multi‑currency environment with proven group consolidation capability (ideally using Hyperion or Net Suite).
• Excellent stakeholder management and business‑partnering skills, with a proactive, solutions‑focused approach.
• Proven experience managing and developing teams, with strong attention to detail, sound judgement and clear communication.
• Strong IT capability, particularly advanced Excel.
• Fully qualified accountant (ACA preferred), ideally Big 4 trained, with 7 years’ post‑qualification experience and a relevant undergraduate degree.

• Hybrid working arrangement (2‑3 days in office).
• Base salary of £80,000‑£90,000 plus company car and a comprehensive benefits package.

If you are interested in this role, please submit your CV to our recruitment team. For further discussion about career opportunities, feel free to contact us.