Job Description

Company Description

About FRP

At FRP, we are a leading national business advisory firm based in the UK. With over 850 team members, including more than 100 partners, we specialise in

Corporate Finance, Debt Advisory, Forensic Services, Financial Advisory and Restructuring Advisory

. Operating from 35 offices across the UK, Isle of Man and Cyprus, we are dedicated to helping clients navigate complex and difficult situations to create, preserve, and recover value.


Our approach is known for being honest, clear, and considered. We provide strategic solutions that cater to a broad range of businesses, from multinational organisations to small enterprises. Our commitment is to deliver expert advice and support, ensuring our clients can make informed decisions and achieve their goals.

Role overview

The Financial Controller is a senior-level role responsible for overseeing the financial stewardship of the organisation, including but not limited to accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulatory requirements, and strategic financial planning. This role reports to the Head of Finance.

Key Responsibilities

Statutory accounts of the group and all entities including compliance of IFRS Support M&A activity and investment analysis, to include acquisition accounting and papers Controllership tasks including balance sheet reconciliations and ownership Ensure timely and accurate reporting to stakeholders Oversee Corporation Tax and VAT computations and process for all entities Responsible for ensuring timely filing of entity accounts Assist in the integration of newly acquired businesses from a finance perspective Liaise with external auditors and regulatory bodies International accounting for overseas businesses including transfer pricing agreements Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability Champion automation, technology and process improvements to minimize manual effort and increase the speed and accuracy of all accounting processes Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, HR, and executive leadership Strong relationship with external auditors and 3rd party advisors Regular liaison with all members of the Finance team There will be interaction with the wider Central Services Group and FRP Office Network (Partners and Colleagues)

Qualifications

Qualified Chartered Accountant - ACA/ACCA/or equivalent. Needs c. 2 years post qualification experience (PQE) in industry (outside practice). Excellent IT Skills particularly advanced Excel. IFRS Technical knowledge including preparing Statutory Accounts. Listed plc reporting (i.e. share accounting, dividend flow). High attention to detail and organisational prowess.

Additional Information

Our Values

Straightforward

: We provide clear, no-nonsense advice

Confident

: Our guidance is backed by expertise and evidence

Pragmatic

: We focus on practical solutions and tangible outcomes

Real

: We are professional yet approachable, understanding the challenges our clients face

Our Commitment to You and the Environment

At FRP, sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on building and maintaining meaningful, long-term relationships with all our stakeholders - including our employees, clients, and local communities - while also reducing our impact on the natural environment.


We are always striving to improve in all areas - whether it's our people, our clients, our planet or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape.


We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse culture for our people. We maintain an Equal Opportunities Policy, ensuring that recruitment and employment decisions are based solely on the skills and experience required for our professional services -- regardless of ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe every individual should have the opportunity to thrive.


Our learning and development programmes enable us to invest in growing our employees' careers. We aim to empower our team members to each achieve their potential.


We are committed to growing long-term relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients' sustainability and success lead to our sustainability and success. We are emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.