Financial Controller | Commercial Finance Focus
Central London
Hybrid (3 days office)
We are partnering with a high-growth, international business operating in a complex and fast-moving market to appoint an ambitious Financial Controller into a broad, high-impact role.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong, commercially minded qualified accountant who enjoys ownership, visibility, and working closely with senior stakeholders in a business where finance plays a genuine role in strategic decision-making.
The position offers responsibility across core finance, reporting, controls, planning, and commercial performance, while leading a small team and helping shape a scalable best-in-class finance function.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting under UK GAAP / IFRS
- Own month-end close, reconciliations, accruals, controls, and balance sheet integrity
- Deliver management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis
- Partner with senior leadership to support commercial and operational decisions
- Improve processes, reporting capability, and finance workflows
- Mentor and develop a small finance team
Candidate Profile
- Qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA
- Strong financial control and management accounting experience
- Trained within practice environment preferred (Big 4 / Top 10 highly regarded), followed by relevant industry experience
- Strong Excel skills and confident handling large / complex datasets
- Commercial mindset with strong communication skills
- Experience in utilities, commodities, energy, infrastructure, or other dynamic asset-backed sectors advantageous
- The right to work in the UK (No sponsorship provided)
Why Consider It?
- Broad, visible role with real influence
- High-quality leadership exposure
- Opportunity to improve and shape a growing finance function
- Strong long-term career potential in an expanding international business
We are committed to promoting equal opportunities for all employees and applicants. We strive to create an inclusive working environment where decisions are based on merit, skills, and experience.
Due to the high volume of applications, we are only able to respond to candidates who are shortlisted for further consideration. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.
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