At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead group accounting and financial control in a dynamic, consumer-focused environment.
- Company: Global consumer-led business with ambitious growth plans.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, leadership opportunities, and a chance to shape financial strategy.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Join a high-impact role that influences decision-making across multiple entities.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant with experience in high-growth, multi-entity businesses.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 70000 £ per year.
I’m delighted to be working with a global, complex, consumer-led business with c.£1bn annual turnover, operating across multiple entities and locations. With ambitious growth plans and a fast-moving commercial environment, they’re looking for a Group Financial Controller to play a pivotal role in leading group accounting, governance and financial control across the business. This is a high-impact leadership role at the heart of the finance function, partnering closely with senior stakeholders and supporting decision-making in a consumer-focused, high-volume environment.
The role involves owning the integrity of group financial reporting while leading and developing a high-performing financial control team. Responsibilities include:
- Ownership of group consolidation and reporting across international entities and currencies
- Leading month-end, quarter-end and year-end close at group level
- Responsibility for statutory accounts, audits and regulatory compliance across the group
- Development and governance of group accounting policies and financial standards
- Oversight and leadership of UK-based financial control teams
- Partnering with FP&A, Tax and Treasury on management reporting, cash flow and working capital
- Supporting finance transformation, systems improvements and international projects
- Acting as a senior finance partner to leadership teams across the business
What they’re looking for: This role will suit a technically minded finance leader who thrives in a complex environment, where pace, volume and new challenges are the norm. Candidates looking to step up in their career, and/or coming from “Senior” or “Head of” Group-style role will also be considered. You’ll bring:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
- Strong post-qualification experience in a high-growth, multi-entity business
- Proven experience of group consolidation and statutory reporting
- A track record of leading and developing finance teams
- Deep understanding of financial controls, balance sheet management and audit
- Confidence working with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, operational business
- Strong systems and Excel capability, with experience of modern finance systems
- Big 4 / Top 20 audit background is advantageous but not essential.
Group Financial Controller in Surrey employer: JSS
Join a dynamic and innovative global business that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture. As a Group Financial Controller, you will benefit from extensive professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and the chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. With ambitious growth plans and a commitment to excellence, this company offers a unique platform for career advancement while working alongside talented professionals in a supportive setting.
