Financial Analysis Director in London

Financial Analysis Director in London

London Full-Time No working from home possible
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Are you an experienced Finance Director with a strong background in international finance, strategic business partnering and multi-entity financial leadership? This is a senior leadership opportunity to lead the finance function across London and Paris, acting as a key advisor to the CEO and Group CFO while driving financial performance, governance and business growth across an international organisation. Reporting directly into executive leadership, you'll combine hands-on financial management with strategic commercial insight, helping shape business decisions at the highest level. About the roleAs Finance Director, you will oversee all aspects of financial management, reporting, forecasting and compliance across multiple international entities. You will play a pivotal role in guiding strategic decision-making, supporting business expansion and ensuring robust financial governance. You'll lead international finance teams, partner with executive stakeholders and build financial frameworks that enable sustainable growth and profitability. What you'll be doingFinancial Leadership & ReportingDeliver monthly financial reporting across UK and international entities, including: Provide executive-level reporting and financial insights to senior leadership and parent company stakeholders. Drive financial transparency and data-driven decision-making throughout the organisation. Develop financial models that support strategic planning and business growth. Build scenario analyses and forecasts to support investment and operational decisions. Support pricing strategy development and project profitability analysis. Advise on financial performance across key business initiatives and projects. Provide commercial insights that improve business scalability and operational efficiency. International Finance & ComplianceLead finance operations across multiple jurisdictions. Oversee quarterly reviews and regulatory reporting obligations. Coordinate annual audits and manage external audit relationships. Ensure compliance with taxation, accounting and corporate governance requirements. Manage banking relationships and financial service providers. Team LeadershipLead and develop international finance teams across multiple locations. Manage distributed and cross-functional finance resources. Establish clear reporting structures, processes and performance expectations. Drive continuous improvement across finance systems and workflows. Build a high-performance finance function capable of supporting future business growth. Financial Planning & ControlsSupport annual budgeting and forecasting processes. Monitor company performance against strategic objectives. Strengthen internal financial controls and governance frameworks. Support tax planning, incentives and R&D-related financial opportunities. Ensure financial risks are proactively identified and managed. What we're looking forExperience8–10 years of senior finance leadership experience. Previous experience as a Finance Director, Head of Finance or Senior Financial Controller. Experience managing international finance functions and multiple entities. Track record operating within growth-stage or project-based businesses. Strong technical accounting expertise and statutory reporting knowledge. SkillsAdvanced financial modelling and forecasting capabilities. Strong commercial and strategic business acumen. Experience with multi-entity consolidations and international accounting requirements. Ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business recommendations. Nice to haveExperience within VFX, creative, technology or project-based industries. Knowledge of international tax incentives and R&D relief programmes. Immediate availability. Hands-on leader who is comfortable operating at both detailed and executive levels. Executive-level role with direct exposure to the CEO and Group CFO.Opportunity to shape financial strategy across international operations. Lead and build high-performing finance teams across multiple countries. Exposure to international markets, projects and stakeholders. Opportunity to drive meaningful operational and commercial impact. London & ParisEmployment Type: Full-timeSalary Range: 90,000 - 120,000 GBP per annumIf you're a senior finance leader who combines strong technical expertise with commercial insight and international leadership experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Financial Analysis Director in London employer: Skillsearch

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Skillsearch Recruitment Team