At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial performance analysis and reporting for a dynamic real estate and hospitality investor.
- Company: Join Cognisant, a forward-thinking company in the finance sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Ideal for those seeking career progression and influence in a multi-entity environment.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact by shaping financial strategies with senior leadership.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with strong FP&A and financial modelling skills.
The predicted salary is between 76500 - 93500 £ per year.
This range is provided by Cognisant. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range London: £85,000 (DOE) plus bonus and benefits.
Cognisant is delighted to be working with a real estate and hospitality investor that is looking to recruit a Financial Controller with strong FP&A experience. The role offers significant exposure to the senior leadership team, shaping financial performance across the group. This is a high-impact position with responsibility for group consolidation, financial reporting, forecasting and business performance analysis. You will work closely with the CFO and act as a strategic finance partner across multiple business units.
The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, advanced financial modelling skills and proven experience in FP&A within a multi-entity environment.
Key areas of responsibility include:
- Delivering accurate monthly group consolidations and management reporting
- Leading budgeting, forecasting and KPI performance tracking
- Developing automation and improving financial systems and processes
- Supporting commercial decision-making with data-driven insights
- Enhancing financial governance, internal controls and cash management
This role would suit a qualified accountant (ACA or equivalent) with a track record in financial leadership, ideally gained in a group, PE-backed or complex multi-entity environment. Strong systems exposure and FP&A experience are essential. This is an excellent career step for someone seeking progression, autonomy and influence.
Financial Controller employer: Cognisant
Cognisant is an exceptional employer that offers a dynamic work environment in Cheshire, where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to shape the land function and make a significant impact on residential development across Greater Manchester and the North West. Our supportive culture encourages professional development and rewards initiative, making it a truly rewarding place to advance your career.
