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Group Financial Controller

Marc Daniels
Posted 5 days ago, valid for 3 days
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG17LT, England

Salary

£70,000 - £90,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

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  • A global market-leading group is seeking a Group Financial Controller to join their finance team.
  • The role requires a qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA professional with proven experience in group consolidation and managing financial teams, preferably in a multinational environment.
  • Key responsibilities include leading the preparation of monthly consolidated management accounts, overseeing budgeting and forecasting, and managing financial reporting for senior leadership.
  • The position offers a competitive base salary of up to £90,000 per annum, along with a 10% bonus scheme and extensive benefits including private medical insurance and generous annual leave.
  • The successful candidate will also be responsible for mentoring a team of four finance professionals and driving process improvements within the group.

A global market leading group are looking for a talented Group Financial Controller to join their finance team. As a key member of the leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy and operations of a large international group, a recognized leader in the global market. The person in this role will lead team of group finance professionals and deliver and consolidate group results to the business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leading the preparation and coordination of monthly consolidated group management accounts to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
  • Overseeing the budgeting and forecasting process, consolidating inputs across the group, and providing insights to senior leadership.
  • Managing financial reporting for the Group Finance Director, and Board members.
  • Coordinating monthly submissions to the parent company and maintaining robust relationships with divisional and overseas accounting teams.
  • Producing and managing annual statutory accounts in compliance with international accounting standards.
  • Overseeing group taxation deliverables and VAT reporting for both UK and international operations.
  • Driving process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
  • Supporting the year-end audit process and performing specific year-end calculations, including bad debts and holiday pay provisions.
  • Managing and mentoring a team of four finance professionals, fostering development and high performance.
  • Maintaining the UK Group's leases and contractor datasets, ensuring IR35 compliance.
  • Supporting bank administration across all platforms and contributing to ad hoc strategic projects.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
  • Proven experience in group consolidation.
  • Strong technical expertise, with a deep understanding of IFRS, UK GAAP, and FRS 101.
  • Proven experience in managing financial teams
  • Background in a multi-national group environment (preferred).
  • A proactive and detail-oriented approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

Salary & benefits:

  • Base salary up to 90,000 per annum
  • 10% bonus scheme
  • 28 annual leave days per year, increases to 29 days after 2 years' service and goes up to 30 days after 5 years' (+ bank holidays)
  • Private medical insurance
  • Generous pension schemes
  • Rent deposit loans
  • 2 community days per year
  • Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months)
  • Retail discount rewards
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Eye care vouchers
  • Wide-ranging training library
  • Development programmes (including mentoring)
  • 12 Staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing and religious networks
  • Season ticket loans

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