Job Description

We are partnering with a private equity-backed SME based in Central London to recruit a Group Financial Controller on a full-time, permanent basis. Reporting to the Group Finance Director, this role offers the opportunity to lead a growing finance team within a financially robust, asset-heavy organisation. It is ideally suited to a qualified accountant with significant post-qualification experience, particularly within SME environments where capital expenditure reporting plays a key role.
Key responsibilities include:
Overseeing the preparation of monthly consolidated financial statements and working papers
Ensuring robust financial control frameworks are in place and operating effectively
Leading cash flow management and optimisation across the Group
Managing and transforming transactional finance operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, treasury, and cash management
Driving automation and process improvements to streamline financial operations and increase efficiency
Ensuring audit readiness and leading the coordination of external audits
Strengthening internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity
Playing a key role in the implementation and strategic development of financial systems
Supporting M&A activity, including financial due diligence, integration planning, and implementation of scalable governance for acquired businesses
Contributing to broader strategic initiatives such as funding strategies and growth planning
The ideal candidate will bring:
Full accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Significant post-qualification experience working for an SME in a Financial Controller capacity
Proven experience in transforming financial operations within an SME or scaling business environment
Hands-on experience leading finance system implementations and upgrades
A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with excellent leadership and communication skills
In return, you'll receive:

• A salary between 100,000-120,000 per annum plus a 20% annual bonus
• Enhanced benefits including private healthcare, enhanced pension scheme
• Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the office and 2 days per week working from home
• Career progression opportunities
• Great opportunity to join a business that has recently secured vital contracts, securing long-term projects for the business
• A social and collaborative team

To be considered for this great and rare opportunity, click apply now!
Group Financial Controller
City of London Posted about 20 hours ago
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