Senior Financial Controller

3 days ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom KPMG Full time

About the Role:

The Group Financial Controller will play a critical role in supporting the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) and Chief Operating Officer (COFO) in the management of the new Group Finance function. This position will be responsible for managing members of the teams within the Group Finance function, including Group Treasury, and implementing and maintaining internal controls across the group to protect the enlarged business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Establish and develop the new group finance function, working closely with the CAO and COFO.
  • Collaborate with the UK Head of Financial Accounting & Reporting and Swiss Finance team to deliver external reporting, including drafting of board packs for senior internal stakeholders and management of reporting to lenders, investors, and other key external stakeholders.
  • Manage Group external audit and develop and implement a strong internal controls framework to support future growth and protect business assets.
  • Be responsible for maintaining Group Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) Accounting records, ownership of group accounting policies, including group transfer pricing agreements, and supporting the UK Head of Financial Accounting & Reporting with UK Subsidiary accounting policies.
  • Work with the UK Head of Financial Accounting & Reporting and Swiss Finance team to ensure maintenance of up-to-date technical knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) within the team.
  • Own statutory accounts and tax filings for the Group and overseas entities to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
  • Manage Group treasury, including liquidity, multi-currency foreign exchange, and hedging strategies.
  • Support the Group with financial strategic projects and decision-making processes and reporting to senior stakeholders.

Requirements:

  • Hold an appropriate accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA), ideally from a Big 4/Top Tier accounting firm, with broad and current knowledge of accounting principles.
  • Experience managing a finance function in a listed/large private company, and be able to attract, motivate, and retain the best talent.
  • Strong process and controls mindset and experience of key control frameworks.
  • Be comfortable interpreting and scrutinizing complex financial data and able to perform/review financial modeling.
  • Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills, able to provide insightful analysis, and challenge to develop broader thinking and strategy.
  • Demonstrate courage by applying professional skepticism, staying curious, and asking questions.
  • Exhibit excellent communication skills with strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels.


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