Controller of Financial Operations

2 months ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Equity Finance Partners Full time £100,000 - £140,000

Yorkshire (Hybrid Working)

£100 - £140k + Bonus

Equity Finance Partners, a leading international Private Equity backed SaaS business, is seeking a progressive Group Financial Controller to build a first-class finance function that supports strategic growth and integrates future acquisitions. This role offers a truly outstanding opportunity for a finance professional looking to progress.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development of Group reporting, including monthly Board packs, to ensure timely and accurate financial information.
  • Manage, coach, and develop a team of 15 finance professionals, providing technical guidance and support as needed.
  • Oversee the annual budgeting process across the group, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
  • Review and evaluate current financial systems and processes to ensure fitness for purpose.
  • Implement strong financial controls and processes to safeguard assets and maximize profit performance.
  • Drive a culture of continuous improvement, identifying opportunities for process enhancements and cost savings.
  • Prepare annual Consolidated Financial Statements, collaborating closely with external auditors.
  • Ensure timely and accurate production of monthly Management Accounts and Financial KPIs.
  • Improve reporting timelines to meet the requirements of Private Equity investors.
  • Lead monthly Group Cashflow forecasting, including covenant reporting and Treasury Management.
  • Oversee the annual external audit process, tax compliance, and R&D.
  • Manage M&A transaction accounting and support integrations.
  • Perform ad hoc duties as required.
  • Support the exit process, including data room and due diligence.

Requirements:

  • Graduate-level education with demonstrable academic success.
  • Professionally qualified Accountant, ideally with training in practice before gaining industry experience.
  • Ability to build a first-class finance function, developing the team and improving the quality and timeliness of financial reporting.
  • Strong technical knowledge of statutory accounting (IFRS) and compliance, with experience of M&A and taxation (UK and Europe).
  • Experience of monthly group consolidations, including overseas trading entities with fx exposure.
  • Strong IT and systems skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
  • Engaging and confident, able to build and maintain relationships with C-suite and department heads.

Equality Statement:

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, ensuring a diverse pool of talent and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We review our practices on equality and diversity regularly.


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