Location: Central London, 3 days a week in office
Job type: Full-Time, Permanent
ABOUT ZANDA
Zanda is an executive search partner that works exclusively with high-growth start-ups as they look to scale their business with senior talent. Zanda partners with VCs, Founders, CEOs and CFOs to deliver key senior appointments.
WHY THIS COMPANY AND ROLE
Zanda is partnering with a high-growth AI Infrastructure business with an ARR of $150 million, based in London and operating globally across the UK, Europe and US. VC backed with ambitious global growth plans, the business is looking for a Group Financial Controller who can instil rigour and control as they scale, while leading and developing a high performing team.
You will take ownership of global accounting and controls, with responsibility for statutory compliance and audit readiness. You will lead the close and consolidation process, oversee external audits, and ensure robust revenue recognition across all areas of revenue, while improving processes and driving system improvements. You will also lead and develop the accounting team and support the business as it prepares for its next stage of growth and investor scrutiny. The role is based in Central London, with the team in the office three days a week.
WHAT EXPERIENCES YOU WILL GAIN
- Preparing and owning the group consolidation across all entities, and leading the monthly, quarterly and annual close
- Driving a faster close by shortening the monthly timetable, with clear deadlines, accountability, and robust checks and controls
- Owning monthly management reporting with clear commentary on results, variances and key drivers, and producing the monthly board pack to support board and investor reporting
- Preparing the group statutory accounts under UK GAAP and IFRS, managing the group audit and working closely with external auditors to deliver a smooth year end
- Owning the groups accounting policies and tracking changes to UK GAAP and IFRS
- Setting up and overseeing accounting for new entities across the UK, Europe and US with legal and tax advisers, managing banking applications and account openings, and developing the consolidation process as new jurisdictions go live
- Overseeing tax and statutory compliance, including UK VAT and overseas indirect tax, working with external advisers on cross border and multi entity matters
- Improving NetSuite configuration and reporting, and using AI and automation to streamline finance processes and define future system requirements
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- Leading, coaching and developing the accounting team, and partnering ...
ABOUT YOU
- Qualified Accountant (ACA) with experience accounting for capital intensive assets, including leases and asset financing
- Experience within a high growth, VC or PE backed scale up
- Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS and US GAAP
- Experience of leading group consolidations with international entities
- Strong knowledge of revenue recognition, including long term contracts and usage-based revenue
- Ability to develop successful relationships across the Group and lead and develop a team
- Demonstrable experience of managing audits and implementing strong financial controls
- Excellent communicator who can advise and challenge senior non-finance stakeholders
Given the volume of applications we typically receive, we’re only able to respond to those whose profiles closely match the brief.
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Group Financial Controller | AI Infrastructure | Venture Capital employer: Zanda
Zanda is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment within a high-growth global FinTech group that values innovation and collaboration. Employees benefit from a culture that encourages professional development and hands-on involvement in shaping the treasury function, while also enjoying the unique opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and technology in a rapidly evolving industry. With a commitment to employee growth and a robust support system, Zanda provides a rewarding platform for those looking to make a significant impact in their careers.
