Group Financial Controller

Marketing Agency

We're working with a fast-growing Global Marketing Agency to recruit a technically strong Group Financial Controller on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is a pivotal senior finance role which offers the chance to shape the financial backbone of a dynamic creative business. This role will see you taking ownership of group reporting, consolidation and financial governance across multiple entities and currencies. You'll be the bridge between finance and leadership, translating financial results into meaningful analysis that drives decisions.

There is flexible/hybrid working available.

• Lead monthly group close and deliver accurate consolidated financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Drive variance analysis, commentary and insight that supports decision-making.
• Own the management reporting framework, delivering to senior leadership and the Board.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting, working capital management and liquidity planning.
• Manage and coach regional Commercial Finance Managers, ensuring consistent reporting standards.
• Lead statutory reporting, audit and compliance globally.
• Ensure robust revenue recognition and technical accounting treatment.
• Continuously improve processes, controls and systems to support scalability.

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• 5+ years experience in senior financial control / group reporting roles.
• Strong technical grounding in IFRS / UK GAAP, audit leadership and revenue recognition.
• Experience in multi-entity, multi-currency environments.
• Commercial mindset with a track record of improving processes and reporting quality.
• Advanced Excel capability
• Clear communicator who can simplify complexity for non-finance leaders.
• Comfortable operating at pace in a growing, evolving business.