Job Description

Job Title: Group Financial Controller

Department:

Finance

Location:

Hybrid (with travel to London office as required)

Reports to:

CEO

Hours:

37.5 hours per week

Salary:

Competitive, based on experience

Role Overview

A newly created and high-impact leadership role, the

Group Financial Controller

will join the executive committee and play a central part in shaping the financial strategy of a fast-growing organisation. Working alongside a strong Finance Manager and FP&A Lead, you'll help build an agile, insightful, and scalable finance function.

This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and wants to make a real difference day-to-day.

Key Responsibilities

Act as a strategic finance partner to the executive team, aligning financial planning with the organisation's growth strategy Develop and lead financial vision, roadmap, and planning processes, including monthly, quarterly, and annual budgeting cycles Provide financial leadership across all business units, influencing decisions with clear commercial insight Lead financial modelling and scenario planning for key strategic initiatives and investments Own the preparation and presentation of consolidated financial statements in compliance with UK accounting standards and Companies House Manage KPIs and Board-level financial reporting to highlight performance and opportunity areas Oversee treasury and cash management, including relationships with banks and lenders Take ownership of corporate structure setup, expansion initiatives, and intercompany governance Ensure appropriate insurance cover is in place and managed proactively with brokers Maintain compliance with local and international tax regulations; liaise with advisors for global tax structuring Lead on investor and audit relationships; deliver a smooth annual audit process Drive financial due diligence on acquisitions, partnerships, and commercial opportunities Collaborate with internal quality and compliance teams to meet Dept. of Education requirements Support the Audit & Risk Committee with reporting and analysis Build and mentor a high-performing, scalable finance team

Candidate Profile

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA) Prior experience in a startup, scale-up, or fast-growth SME Strong commercial mindset with a proactive, hands-on approach Broad technical finance knowledge, including UK GAAP, tax, and forecasting Experience working across international finance operations Excellent stakeholder engagement, especially with executive and board-level audiences Proven track record in financial leadership roles

Desirable:

Experience using Xero Previous exposure to the education, training, or apprenticeship sectors Intermediate or fluent Spanish M&A or investment experience Familiarity with compliance in publicly funded programmes

Benefits

Hybrid working model Pension contributions matched up to 5% 25 days annual leave + flexible bank holidays + your birthday off One volunteering day per year Enhanced parental leave policies 30/month health and wellbeing allowance Annual summer and winter events Regular team socials CPD allowance and quarterly personal development time Private medical insurance and health cash plan Holiday buy-back scheme (up to 10 days per year) Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support line)

About the Organisation

We are a high-growth, mission-driven organisation focused on empowering individuals and organisations with the digital skills needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving, AI-driven world. Our work bridges corporate upskilling, government initiatives, and impactful education outcomes, making a meaningful difference to individuals' careers and organisational success.

Our patented learning technology enables learners to receive instant, data-driven feedback and engage in real-world, applied learning environments. With over 15,000 learners supported across four continents and major corporate clients reporting measurable impact, we are proud to sit at the forefront of digital transformation and workforce innovation.

Our Core Values

Entrepreneurial

- We take initiative, solve problems creatively, and drive continuous improvement

Team Spirit

- We build transparent, supportive teams through clear communication and collaboration

Customer-Focused

- We deeply understand our clients' needs and deliver solutions that create lasting value

Gold Standard

- We set the benchmark for excellence in our industry and hold ourselves to it every day

We are an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, regardless of age, background, ability, identity, or experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Profit sharing Work from home
Language:

English (Fluent) (preferred)
Work authorisation:

Verenigd Koninkrijk (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London N1 9NG