Financial Controller in London

About Elsewhen

Elsewhen is a specialised AI consultancy at the forefront of enterprise productivity. We partner with ambitious leaders at organisations like Google, Spotify, and WPP to unlock new value through AI-enabled operating models and strategic digital transformation. Over the past decade, we have built a reputation for delivering measurable impact, moving beyond general consulting to offer targeted, AI‑powered solutions that drive operational efficiency and a clear return on investment. Our workplace prioritises impact, drive, and openness, valuing outcomes over hours and agility over rigid processes.

Work Environment

Remote‑first setup: however the ideal candidate will be based within a commutable distance to London for important events and other face‑to‑face requirements.

Join our team: we are looking for a Financial Controller.

Remote working with regular in person meetings at company’s London offices - Permanent £70,000 - £80,000 per annum plus bonus and other benefits depending upon experience.

Elsewhen is a fast‑growing Digital Product Consultancy that now needs to enhance its Finance team with an experienced and qualified Financial Controller. You will take day‑to‑day ownership of all aspects of the company’s financial operations, playing a key role in driving operational efficiency, improving profit margins and protecting the company’s financial health. You will have strong technical skills and attention to detail and a commercial understanding of contractual arrangements. You will work closely with the Finance Director, the Operations team and the Leadership Team.

Things you will be responsible for:

• Driving the production of accurate, meaningful and timely management and financial accounts
• Measuring and reporting profitability and other key performance indicators
• Payroll and tax compliance, including IR35 processes and R&D claims
• Managing cash flows, maximising returns on cash deposits and mitigating credit risk
• Supporting the budgeting process and projecting and reporting financial results
• Ensuring the time recording system is complete, accurate and up to date
• Supporting Operations in creating proposals, setting client billing and reporting methodologies and generating data for invoicing and client reports
• Ensuring business risks are appropriately mitigated through insurance and other means
• The supervision and development of the Finance Team and financial governance of the company, including audit, policies and procedures

Your Experience:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• At least 2 years’ experience as a Financial Controller in a business that operates a time recording system
• Commercially focused with an ability to interpret contractual obligations
• Practical experience in extracting, manipulating, analysing and interpreting data
• Strong technical, analytical and Excel skills, comfortable operating in a hands‑on environment, and confident providing insight and challenge at senior leadership level
• Well‑organised, resilient, and proven ability to deliver accurate reporting to demanding deadlines
• Experience in managing and developing finance teams
• Excellent communication skills – listening, understanding and explaining orally and in writing

Why join Elsewhen:

• We’re a flexible‑first company. Work face‑to‑face or from home, whatever suits you best. Either way, we’ll bring people together socially to meet each other and build deeper relationships.
• Opportunity to create work that has an impact and is measurable.
• Autonomy - teams are empowered to make decisions regarding their tools and technologies.
• End‑to‑end nature of projects - cross paths with other skill sets and career shapes.
• An annual budget for training and up‑skilling, including dedicated days so you don’t have to study in your own free time.

Benefits:

• Private Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for both physical and mental health.
• Flexible and Remote‑First Work Environment: Choose how and where you work, with the option for weekly team meet‑ups in central London.
• Generous Leave Policy: 27 days of holiday plus...