Group Financial Controller

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Group Financial Controller to oversee group financial reporting, consolidation, governance, regulatory compliance, and financial controls across a multinational organization. This role will partner closely with senior leadership to ensure accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and support strategic business initiatives including M&A, systems enhancements, and business transformation.

Key Responsibilities

Group Financial Reporting

• Lead the preparation of consolidated group financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the preparation of annual reports, interim financial reports, and management updates.
• Ensure timely submission of financial reports to relevant regulatory bodies and stakeholders.

Group Consolidation & Accounting

• Manage the monthly consolidation process across multiple entities.
• Prepare board reporting packs and management information for senior leadership.
• Ensure consistent application of accounting policies across the group.
• Review and advise on complex accounting matters including acquisitions, disposals, impairments, revenue recognition, and share-based payments.

Regulatory Compliance & Corporate Governance

• Ensure compliance with listing regulations, corporate governance requirements, and disclosure obligations.
• Liaise with regulators, advisors, and relevant stakeholders on reporting and compliance matters.
• Support governance reporting and maintain adherence to internal control frameworks.

Audit & Stakeholder Management

• Lead relationships with external auditors and manage the annual audit process.
• Coordinate audit planning, execution, and resolution of audit findings.
• Prepare and present accounting papers and financial updates to senior management, audit committees, and board members.

Technical Accounting

• Provide technical accounting guidance across the organization.
• Assess the impact of new accounting standards and complex transactions.
• Prepare technical accounting papers and documentation for auditors and governance committees.

Internal Controls & Risk Management

• Strengthen and maintain the group-wide internal control framework.
• Oversee financial policies, procedures, and internal audit activities.
• Ensure compliance with governance and risk management standards.

Commercial & Strategic Support

• Partner with finance leadership to improve business performance and financial insights.
• Support strategic initiatives, business planning, investments, acquisitions, and integration activities.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, reporting processes, and operational efficiencies.
• Lead finance-related transformation and enhancement projects.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; professional accounting qualification preferred (CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Strong experience in group financial reporting, consolidation, and technical accounting.
• Experience within listed company environments and familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, internal controls, and audit management.
• Proven ability to manage complex accounting transactions and multinational financial operations.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience supporting M&A, business transformation, and finance systems improvement initiatives is advantageous.

Key Competencies

• Group Financial Reporting & Consolidation
• Technical Accounting
• Listed Company Compliance & Governance
• External Audit Management
• Internal Controls & Risk Management
• Board & Executive Reporting
• Business Partnering & Commercial Finance
• Financial Systems & Process Improvement
• M&A and Business Integration Support
• Leadership & Stakeholder Management