Group Financial Controller

MERJE is seeking an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller for a leading company in the Technology sector. This pivotal role offers an exciting opportunity to lead financial operations, reporting, and strategy for a dynamic organisation. The successful candidate will oversee a team of six and report directly to the Group CFO.

6 Months duration and this can be based Lancashire / London or South Coast and is virtually Remote

The Role

The Group Financial Controller position offers a unique opportunity to drive financial excellence across the organisation. This role combines strategic financial leadership with hands-on management of key finance functions, including external reporting, audit processes, and treasury management.

Key Responsibilities of the Group Financial Controller:

• Lead external financial reporting and manage the end-to-end Group audit process
• Take Ownership of core Financial Operations, including Management Accounting, credit control and month end close ensuring accuracy and efficiency
• Oversee Group treasury activities and coordinating the group tax compliance
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems
• Provide leadership to the finance operations team
• Support commercial decision-making through high-quality management reporting

Required knowledge and experience for the Group Financial Controller role:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with at least 10 years post-qualification experience
• Extensive experience in technical accounting and financial reporting
• Deep understanding and of IFRS / GAAP and consolidation process
• Strong understanding of Group tax compliance and planning activities
• Proven track record in managing transactional activities across the cash cycle
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience within a PE Backed business or exposure to IPO process would be beneficial

We will only consider candidates that are immediately available or those that have a notice period of 4 Weeks or less

Whilst the initial search is for an immediate Interim candidate a Permanent role also exists should you be looking for a long term role.

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Applicants must be located and eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.