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
