Group Financial Controller

7 days ago

BurnhamonSea, Somerset, United Kingdom Orka Financial Vacancies Full time £80,000 - £90,000 per year

Orka Financial is working with a rapidly expanding multi site business based just outside of Slough to recruit a Group Financial Controller. The growth that this company has seen in the last few years is nothing short of exceptional and it shows no sign of slowing. It is this rate of growth that makes now a great time join the business particularly in the central finance function. This role will offer huge breadth and exposure to the ongoing M&A, integration and process improvement activity.

This role is office based 5 days per week.

Reporting in to the CFO the Group Finance Controller will be the senior finance lead, overseeing all group-wide accounting operations. This pivotal role ensures accurate financial reporting, robust internal controls, and effective financial planning - supporting both business continuity and strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the finance and accounting function across the group, including month-end close, consolidation, P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting.

• Develop, enforce, and refine internal financial controls and accounting policies.

• Work closely with CFO & Senior leadership on M&A activity.

• Prepare, publish, and interpret monthly and consolidated financial statements for senior leadership.

• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to inform financial planning and strategy.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory, tax, and audit requirements; liaise with external auditors as needed.

• Manage, mentor, and develop the central finance team, guide process improvements in reporting and workflows.

• Communicate financial insights to non-finance stakeholders, supporting business units with clarity and transparency.

• Provide insightful financial analysis to the Board and senior management, enabling informed strategic and operational decisions.

• Work closely with operational teams to align financial targets with service delivery objectives.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; a master's degree (e.g., MBA)

• Professional certification such as Chartered Accountant (CA), ACCA, or CIMA.

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

• Excellent technical accounting knowledge, including consolidations and multi-entity reporting.

• Significant experience – A minimum of 7-years' experience in financial controlling or senior finance roles, ideally within multi-site or group structures.

• Expertise in ERP/accounting systems.

• Strong analytical, technical accounting (including consolidation), and leadership abilities.

• High level of commercial acumen with the ability to interpret and communicate complex financial data to non-financial audiences.

Salary
£80,000 - £90,000 + bonus + benefits

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