Group Financial Controller

Join a highly successful, entrepreneurial retail and wholesale group with a reputation for innovation, operational excellence, and ambitious growth. With a diverse portfolio and a strong presence across the UK, this company is known for spotting new opportunities and driving continual improvement throughout its operations. Their collaborative culture, forward-thinking leadership, and commitment to investing in people and technology make them a stand-out employer in the sector.

As Group Financial Controller, you will play a pivotal role at the heart of the business, leading all aspects of financial control, reporting, and operations across multiple UK entities. This is a hands-on, high-impact position where you will work closely with senior management to deliver best-in-class financial processes, help drive the implementation of a new ERP system and manage both a talented local team and an established offshore finance function. This role requires an individual who is fully qualified with a significant number of years post-qualified experience. The position will be required to be in the Croydon offices 4 days a week.

• Lead the preparation and review of consolidated financial statements across all group entities in line with relevant accounting standards.
• Oversee the end-to-end production of statutory accounts for all legal entities, including managing the transition of this process from external providers to in-house.
• Own and continuously improve the month-end close process to reduce timelines and enhance accuracy and insight.
• Ensure the integrity of the general ledger and oversee chart of accounts maintenance and journal entries.
• Play a key role in the selection and implementation of a new ERP system, ensuring seamless integration with financial operations and reporting.
• Drive automation and efficiency through optimal use of financial systems and tools.
• Oversee treasury operations, including cash management, banking relationships, and intercompany funding.
• Ensure timely and accurate intercompany reconciliations and settlements.
• Manage the end-to-end external audit process and ensure timely delivery of audit deliverables.
• Maintain compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Design, implement and maintain robust financial controls, policies and procedures.
• Lead and develop the Financial Operations team, setting clear objectives, providing coaching and supporting career progression.

• Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA or equivalent) with substantial post-qualification experience.
• Proven leadership skills, with a track record of managing and developing finance teams (ideally both local and offshore).
• Significant experience in a senior financial control or financial reporting role within a multi-entity business.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and a solid/proven understanding of UK accounting standards.
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and deliver operational efficiencies.
• Experience of implementing and optimising financial systems, with experience in ERP projects a plus.
• Excellent communicator, able to present complex financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and a proactive problem-solving approach.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, change-oriented environment, with a focus on continuous improvement.

If you’re looking for a challenging, rewarding role where you can make a tangible impact and be part of a dynamic, growing business, we’d love to hear from you. Please note only suitable applicants will be contacted regarding this position.