Group Controller, Head of Accounting & Systems

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Group Controller, Head of Accounting & Systems in United Kingdom.

In this senior leadership role, you will take full ownership of global financial operations while acting as the internal product owner for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. You will lead accounting, reporting, tax, payroll, and financial systems across a fast growing, international organization. Working closely with executive leadership and cross functional teams, you will shape financial strategy, strengthen internal controls, and drive operational excellence. This role combines strategic oversight with hands on execution, offering broad exposure to complex global operations. You will build, mentor, and scale a high performing finance team while modernizing financial systems and processes. Operating in a fully remote environment, you will have a direct and lasting impact on performance, governance, and business growth.

• Lead global accounting operations, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close cycles, consolidated reporting, revenue recognition, project costing, and working capital management
• Own global tax compliance, payroll accounting, statutory reporting, treasury, cash forecasting, and financial controls across multiple jurisdictions
• Serve as functional owner of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, driving system rollout, configuration, optimisation, documentation, and continuous improvement
• Implement automation, reporting, and business intelligence solutions, including dashboards and financial KPIs to support strategic decision making
• Manage intercompany accounting, eliminations, and group consolidation workflows
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls, audit readiness, compliance documentation, and risk management frameworks
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, performance reviews, and variance analysis while partnering closely with leadership, legal, HR, IT, and delivery teams
• Recruit, mentor, and lead a high performing finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with at least 15 years of progressive experience in senior finance or accounting leadership roles
• Deep expertise in IFRS reporting, financial controls, audit processes, and international accounting operations
• Hands on experience implementing and managing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and financial systems governance
• Strong background in global payroll accounting, tax compliance, transfer pricing, and multi entity consolidation
• Advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets, including complex financial modelling and data analysis
• Proven leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills in fast paced, high growth environments
• Fluency in English and Ukrainian or Russian, with exceptional written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong organisational, problem solving, and project management skills, with a continuous improvement mindset

• Competitive and attractive compensation package
• Fully remote position with flexible working hours
• High impact leadership role within a global, fast growing organisation
• Strong opportunities for professional growth, learning, and career advancement
• Collaborative, international work environment with highly skilled professionals
• Exposure to complex global finance operations and modern financial systems
• Full time contractor engagement with long term stability

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

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