Financial Controller in City Of London

Job description

Equifind are working with a management consultancy group in London to recruit a Financial Controller. The firm has a strong track record of advising both private and public sector clients on strategy, transformation, and operational improvement.

With multiple UK entities and international operations, they’re looking to bring in a Financial Controller to lead and professionalise the finance function as the business continues to scale.

This is a key leadership role, reporting directly to the Finance Director, and taking full ownership of group reporting, financial controls, and team management. You’ll play a central role in shaping the finance function and ensuring the business is well set up for further growth: both organic and through acquisition.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the production of monthly group management accounts, consolidations, and board reporting
• Own the year-end process, including audit, statutory accounts and tax compliance (UK and overseas entities)
• Manage and mentor a small but growing finance team
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management across the group
• Strengthen internal controls and develop scalable processes and systems
• Business partner with senior stakeholders on commercial decision-making, pricing, and project profitability
• Support M&A activity and integration of new entities
• Lead on systems development and finance transformation projects

Application Criteria

• Qualified accountant (ACA/CA preferred) with a background in audit
• Previous experience in a group-level finance role, ideally within a professional services or consultancy environment
• Strong consolidation and reporting skills, with the ability to interpret data and present insights to senior leadership
• Confident people manager and mentor
• Comfortable in a hands-on environment and able to drive continuous improvement
• Experience with international entities or group structures a plus

Package and Benefits:

• Base salary of £75-85,000 (DOE)
• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Employer pension contribution.
• 25 days annual leave.
• Private health and dental insurance.
• Plus a host of other great benefits.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City Of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

19-08-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English