Financial Controller

LHH are exclusively partnering with a leading global business to find a Financial Controller. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring robust controls, and driving strategic decision-making across the organisation.

The business is on a rapid growth trajectory, driven by acquisitions. Alongside other Senior Finance stakeholders you would be instrumental in assisting in M&A activities across the Group.

A passion for driving continuous improvement and change by utilising automation is key. As is a desire to be involved in various global projects across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reporting
• Maintain and implement strong internal controls and financial policies, including payroll support
• Ensure full compliance with HMRC regulations and manage tax and VAT submissions
• Liaise with external auditors and lead statutory reporting processes
• Manage budgeting and forecasting to support financial planning
• Provide accurate and timely cash flow forecasting
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team
• Drive business improvement initiatives and ERP process optimisation

Key Skills and Experience required

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
• Strong technical IFRS knowledge and a proven track record in UK statutory accounting
• Experience in a large global multi-site organisation
• Prior exposure to M&A activities would be highly desirable
• Experience of leading on Audits and acting as key liaison with the external auditors
• Strong communication skills across Finance and senior leadership
• Advanced Excel and ERP optimisation skills
• Ambition to build a best-in-class finance function