Career Moves are delighted to be exclusively partnering with a high-growth, award-winning fintech business at a pivotal stage of its journey. Following a period of transformation, the business is investing significantly in its people, processes and technology to build a scalable platform for future growth.
Reporting directly to the COO and Board, this is a rare opportunity for an ambitious Group Financial Controller to take on a highly visible leadership role, combining hands-on financial stewardship with the chance to enhance systems and controls, support strategic decision‑making, and play a key role in shaping the next phase of growth for an expanding international business.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance leader who enjoys operating in a growing, evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Take end-to-end ownership of the finance function, operating with limited supervision and providing clear, credible advice to the board
- Lead the monthly, quarterly and annual close processes, ensuring accurate, timely and well‑controlled financial reporting
- Own the management-accounts pack, strengthen variance analysis and present financial performance, risks and recommendations
- Enhance the control environment, including safeguarding, FCA-related reporting responsibilities and oversight of derivatives accounting
- Lead external audit preparation and support the transition to a new audit provider
- Review and improve finance policies, processes, systems and documentation, with a focus on automation, integration and scalability
- Develop budgeting, forecasting and FP&A capability as the business grows
- Lead, protect and develop a small finance team, raising standards while maintaining stability and engagement
- Partner with Operations, IT, Treasury, Compliance, People and Commercial colleagues to support the target operating model
- Support regulatory and commercial expansion, including potential future licence applications
- Assume broader Treasury responsibilities as the structure evolves, subject to experience
Candidate Requirements
- ACA/CA qualified or equivalent
- 5+ years post-qualified financial control experience.
- Trained within a leading audit or accountancy practice.
- Understanding of safeguarding requirements, client money regulations and/or foreign exchange operations
- Strong technical accounting, reporting and controls expertise covering FCA and Safeguarding environments
- Track record of systems improvement, finance transformation or process optimisation.
- Experience presenting financial information to senior stakeholders and boards.
- Previous team leadership and people management experience.
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Group Financial Controller employer: Career Moves Group I B Corp™
Career Moves Group I B Corp™ is an exceptional employer that prioritises innovation and employee development, particularly in the rapidly evolving fields of AI and data. With a strong focus on collaboration and stakeholder engagement, employees are empowered to shape learning strategies that not only enhance their skills but also contribute to the future workforce. The company offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic work culture that fosters growth and creativity in a supportive environment.
Contact Details:
Career Moves Group I B Corp™ Recruitment Team
