Maidenhead
Accounting, Finance
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
27/05/2025
17/06/2025
A fast-growing international group operating across multiple sectors is seeking a dynamic and experienced Group Financial Controller to join its finance leadership team. This is a key role supporting the Group CFO, with responsibility for financial control, reporting, tax, treasury, and corporate governance across a portfolio of global businesses.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional to bring the discipline of professional services and large-scale finance functions into an evolving, entrepreneurial environment - with direct exposure to senior leadership and the chance to shape the future of the finance function.
Key Responsibilities:
Group Controllership & Reporting
* Lead accurate and timely group consolidation and financial reporting
* Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards
* Strengthen and streamline internal control processes
* Partner with FP&A on monthly management accounts and board reporting
Tax Management
* Manage relationships with tax advisors
* Oversee tax accounting, reporting, and compliance across all jurisdictions
* Review and manage transfer pricing and monitor the group's effective tax rate
Treasury & Banking
* Oversee banking structures, mandates, and facility arrangements
* Improve cash and currency forecasting across the group
* Support compliance with covenant obligations and treasury targets
* Manage foreign exchange risk and trading
Corporate Structure & Governance
* Maintain an accurate understanding of legal entities and corporate filings
* Ensure company secretarial compliance globally
* Support group-level organisational changes, including M&A and restructures
Candidate Profile:
* Fully qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA), preferably with Big 4 or equivalent experience
* Strong background in group consolidation and reporting in a multi-currency environment
* Hands-on experience with ERP and consolidation systems
* Exposure to M&A and group structuring preferred
* Detail-oriented and well-organised, with strong analytical skills
* Confident communicator with the ability to work across time zones and cultures
* Pragmatic and solutions-driven, with a continuous improvement mindset
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