At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead consolidated reporting and strengthen financial controls across multiple European entities.
- Company: Established international business with a strong presence in Europe.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team and contribute to the ongoing success of a growing business.
- Why this job: Take ownership of financial processes and make a real impact in an expanding international group.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant with experience in technical accounting and multi-entity reporting.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 60000 £ per year.
Harper May is partnering with a well-established international business headquartered in Southend, operating across multiple European markets through a network of trading and holding entities. The group has grown steadily over many years, with the European division now representing a material part of the wider footprint and continuing to expand across the region.
As the finance function scales in step with the group, a Group Financial Controller is being appointed to take ownership of the consolidated group reporting and to lead on controls, process and technical accounting across the wider structure.
The Role
Reporting to senior Group Finance leadership, the Group Financial Controller will own the consolidated month-end and year-end close across the group's UK and European entities, lead on technical accounting and statutory reporting, and drive the ongoing strengthening of controls and process across the finance function. The role blends technical depth with real breadth, and offers a genuinely broad Group remit for a strong, fully qualified accountant looking for meaningful ownership within an international group.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the group consolidated month-end close, management accounts and reporting pack
- Lead on year-end, statutory reporting and the group audit across UK and European entities
- Own technical accounting across the group, including revenue, leases, foreign currency and consolidation
- Manage multi-entity, multi-currency reporting, intercompany balances and FX
- Strengthen financial controls, policies and process across the group finance function
- Partner with local finance contacts and external advisors across the European jurisdictions
- Support tax reporting, VAT compliance
Group Financial Controller employer: Harper May
Harper May offers an exceptional work environment for the Strategic FP&A Manager role, situated in the vibrant city of London. Employees benefit from a culture that prioritises professional growth, with ample opportunities for development and advancement within the financial services sector. The firm values analytical prowess and communication skills, fostering a collaborative atmosphere where insights drive strategic decisions, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
