Group Financial Controller; maternity cover

Overview

Were working with a dynamic London-based group looking for a senior finance leader to take ownership of group-wide financial control, reporting, and compliance. This is a 6-month maternity cover role with potential for extension, ideal for an experienced qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).

Location:

London

Contract:

6 months (maternity cover, potential extension)

• Own the month-end close, P&L, balance sheet, and cashflow reporting across the group
• Lead group consolidations and intercompany reconciliations
• Oversee statutory accounts, audits, and compliance (GAAP/IFRS, tax, VAT)
• Drive finance system excellence in Net Suite and Xero, including automation and process improvements
• Manage and develop a team of 3 Financial Controllers and an AP Manager, ensuring accountability, performance, and morale
• Act as senior escalation point for delivery risk, client matters, and complex accounting judgments

• Experience as a senior finance leader in a multi-entity environment
• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
• Ability to thrive in a high-accountability, multi-entity environment

If you thrive in high-accountability, multi-entity environments and enjoy shaping finance strategy and performance, this is your stage to make an impact.