Finance Controller

About the Role

The Financial Controller will play a key role in overseeing financial operations across multiple entities, including venue operations, partnerships, and central costs. This is a hands‑on leadership position, combining day‑to‑day financial management with reporting, compliance, and continuous improvement. Working closely with operational leadership, FP&A, and international stakeholders, you will ensure financial accuracy, support decision‑making, and drive improvements in processes and controls.

• Lead, coach, and develop members of the finance team, fostering a high‑performance and collaborative culture.
• Promote accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth within the team.

• Identify and implement improvements to financial processes, controls, and reporting accuracy.
• Leverage automation and technology to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support wider business initiatives and cross‑functional projects as required.

• Oversee month‑end close activities, including preparation and review of journals.
• Ensure timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations, resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Maintain the integrity of financial data and reporting processes.

• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting across all business divisions.
• Prepare statutory accounts and manage audit processes, tax filings, VAT, and other compliance requirements.
• Support group reporting requirements, including alignment with international standards.

• Work closely with FP&A to support budgeting and forecasting cycles.
• Provide insight into financial performance and variance analysis to aid decision‑making.
• Assist with capital expenditure tracking and forward planning.

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline; professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in a financial leadership role, ideally within a multi‑entity environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience working with international or group reporting structures is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate teams.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Advanced Excel and financial systems expertise.
• Exposure to process improvement, automation, or AI‑driven finance tools is beneficial.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.