Group Finance Director

Group Finance Director (London-Based | Global Scope)

An exciting opportunity has arisen at a high-growth, fast-paced global group operating across Europe, the USA, and over 65 international entities. We're seeking a Group Finance Director to lead our clients global financial reporting and consolidation function.

This is a senior leadership role based in London, with oversight of central finance teams and local accounting functions across Europe and North America. The successful candidate will play a critical part in driving operational excellence, ensuring IFRS compliance, and supporting strategic transformation projects across the group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead global financial reporting, consolidations, and external audit across a multi-entity, multi-currency structure.
• Oversee the preparation of consolidated IFRS financial statements and monthly management reporting.
• Act as the primary liaison for auditors and ensure compliance with evolving IFRS and regulatory requirements.
• Drive financial governance, internal controls, and reporting standardisation.
• Support finance transformation, including automation and system optimisation projects.
• Mentor and lead geographically dispersed teams, fostering a culture of accountability and development.
• Partner with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and Legal on group-wide financial planning and strategic initiatives.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience leading financial control and reporting in a global, multi-entity environment.
• Strong IFRS expertise; US GAAP knowledge and US listing/reporting experience desirable.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and team leadership skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP desirable) and consolidation tools.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to connect operational insight to financial performance.

Some international travel required.

If you're a finance leader ready to make a global impact, drive meaningful change, and grow with a world-class business, we want to hear from you.