Head of Controllership Permanent

Head of Controllership, PE Backed Market Leader, London, £95k + bonus

We are working exclusively with a market leading company, backed by top tier Private Equity firms. After several successful acquisitions the business has seen sustained growth and global expansion, cementing them as the market leader in their industry. This is a fast-paced business with ambitious yet achievable growth plans.

You will lead a multi-national team responsible for monthly reporting, consolidation, auditing, internal controls, intercompany processes, financial analysis, and policy development. This position will collaborate with senior leadership to drive financial and operational improvements across the company’s international operations.

Reporting directly to the CFO, the Head of Controllership will engage with senior leadership and oversee key finance processes in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Core Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Team Development: Manage and mentor a team of eight finance professionals across international locations, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting across regions.
• Financial Reporting & Consolidation: Lead the monthly financial reporting process, consolidating reports from various regions to meet internal timelines and ensuring compliance with corporate policies and IFRS standards.
• Audit Coordination: Direct the global audit process, coordinating with external auditors and country teams to maintain regulatory compliance and ensure efficient audits in each region.
• Internal Controls & Compliance: Develop and sustain strong internal controls, aligning with local policies, and working with country teams for ongoing assessments and continuous improvement.
• Intercompany & Consolidation Management: Oversee intercompany transactions, including reconciliation and consolidated reporting, resolving discrepancies in partnership with country controllers.
• Financial Analysis: Provide comprehensive financial insights to FP&A and executive management, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities to support strategic decision-making.
• Policy & Process Optimisation: Establish and refine financial policies to streamline reporting and enhance accuracy, supporting productivity and alignment across the organisation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the CFO, Head of FP&A, Head of Finance, and other leaders to support company goals, strategic planning, and key financial initiatives.
• Systems Oversight: Oversee financial systems, including ERP and consolidation tools, to ensure data integrity and efficient reporting. Play a central role in the upcoming ERP implementation scheduled for 2025.

Essentials:

• Qualified accountant; ACA or CA Trained from practice
• Strong, proven management experience
• Experience working with international teams
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP/IFRS, intercompany processes, and internal control frameworks, such as SOX.
• Demonstrated experience in consolidation, financial analysis, and multi-entity reporting within international environments.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to lead a geographically dispersed team.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities across teams.

Desirables:

• Microsoft Dynamics experience
• Language skills (particularly Spanish) are advantageous but not required.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned financial professional to shape the controllership function and drive process enhancements in a collaborative, innovative environment.