Financial Controller

Financial Controller up to £95k 3 days in London Office Must be from Top 10 I am recruiting for an experienced Financial Controller, from one of the Top 10 Accountancy firms to join a Global business that has grown quickly by acquisition and going through a big period of change and transformation. You will be managing a team of up to 5 people (UK and offshore), maintaining new processes and improving existing ones. This role requires a proven track record of strong leadership experience, having coached and developed a team as well as have experience with managing an offshore team. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and coordinate period-end financial close activities, ensuring reporting deadlines are achieved. • Review and approve accounting entries within delegated authority limits. • Consolidate financial results from multiple business units and prepare reporting packs for senior stakeholders. • Present financial performance updates, including commentary on key variances, trends, and business drivers. • Apply relevant accounting principles and standards in the preparation and review of financial information. • Analyse balance sheet and profit and loss performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods. • Partner with financial planning and business support teams to provide insight into operational and financial performance. • Manage, mentor, and develop finance team members through regular coaching, feedback, and performance discussions. • Support collaboration between internal teams operating across different locations and service functions. • Contribute to group-level reporting requirements and finance transformation initiatives where required. • Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure identified issues are investigated and resolved appropriately. • Monitor service delivery performance and ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and consistently. • Identify opportunities to strengthen reporting processes, internal controls, and operational efficiency. • Support compliance activities, including taxation, statutory reporting, and regulatory requirements. • Review payroll-related accounting entries and period-end accruals where applicable. • Assist with internal and external audit processes and liaise with professional advisers when required. • Promote high standards of communication, professionalism, and customer service across the finance function. • Support the implementation of new processes, systems, and business initiatives. • Undertake additional responsibilities as required to support business objectives. Key skills and experience: • Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise. • Big Four background with industry experience • IFRS 15 • SOX experience • Ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams. • Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving capabilities. • Strong understanding of financial controls, governance, and compliance requirements. • Effective stakeholder management and communication skills. • Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement and operational excellence. • Ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on delivery. • Professionally qualified accountant or equivalent recognised qualification. • Experience in financial control, reporting, or accounting leadership roles. • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities. • Proven ability to deliver high-quality work within tight deadlines. • Experience supervising and developing team members. • Strong financial analysis and reporting capabilities. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Adaptable and comfortable working in evolving environments. • High level of accuracy and attention to detail. • Proficiency with spreadsheet and financial reporting applications.