About The Role: A large, globally recognised, multi-disciplinary architecture practice based in a bustling part of Central London is seeking a commercially minded and confident Financial Controller to join their team. This role, supported by an Accountant and small AR/AP team, is responsible for overseeing all core financial functions of the business; including P&L and balance sheet, ensuring compliance with local regulations and group reporting, budgeting, cash flow, reporting and financial analysis. It's a key position within the company, suited to a well-rounded finance professional with experience in SAGE/Rapport and, ideally, a background in the built environment. In addition to strategic oversight, you'll be actively involved in the day-to-day finance operations, providing hands-on support across the business. This is a great opportunity to join a well-recognised name in the architecture space, a business that values diversity, sustainability and an enriched culture. They offer excellent benefits, including health insurance, an enhanced pension, bright office space and more. Please note this role is strictly 5 days in the office. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the finance team, overseeing day-to-day operations and supporting business growth and international expansion Manage all financial operations (billing, payroll, AP/AR, WIP, month-end close) Produce consolidated monthly management accounts, KPIs, forecasts and variance analysis for senior leadership Oversee cashflow, treasury activities and FX exposure, supporting strategic planning Act as the main finance contact for tax, audit, payroll and external advisors, including VAT and international compliance Manage overseas subsidiaries' financial reporting and group consolidation Maintain and improve financial systems, controls and processes, driving automation and efficiency where possible Key Skills / Requirements: Qualified with ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent Proven experience, within architecture, engineering, design, built environment Strong technical accounting background with experience in management reporting, forecasting, WIP and project finance Confident presenting financial information at board level and liaising with auditors and external advisors Treasury and cash management experience, with some exposure to FX and hedging Advanced Excel skills and strong knowledge of accounting systems Experience with SAGE and Rapport highly desirable Proven people manager with a hands-on, proactive approach and strong commercial judgement Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment; experience in creative or professional services advantageous To apply for this position please click on the apply button to attach your CV (and portfolio for design positions). By applying for this role you are confirming that you agree to our Privacy Policy (full details are shown at the bottom of our website), and that all details submitted by you are correct and to the best of your knowledge. The Crowd is an equal opportunities employer and agency.
Mar 23, 2026
Full time
About The Role: A large, globally recognised, multi-disciplinary architecture practice based in a bustling part of Central London is seeking a commercially minded and confident Financial Controller to join their team. This role, supported by an Accountant and small AR/AP team, is responsible for overseeing all core financial functions of the business; including P&L and balance sheet, ensuring compliance with local regulations and group reporting, budgeting, cash flow, reporting and financial analysis. It's a key position within the company, suited to a well-rounded finance professional with experience in SAGE/Rapport and, ideally, a background in the built environment. In addition to strategic oversight, you'll be actively involved in the day-to-day finance operations, providing hands-on support across the business. This is a great opportunity to join a well-recognised name in the architecture space, a business that values diversity, sustainability and an enriched culture. They offer excellent benefits, including health insurance, an enhanced pension, bright office space and more. Please note this role is strictly 5 days in the office. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the finance team, overseeing day-to-day operations and supporting business growth and international expansion Manage all financial operations (billing, payroll, AP/AR, WIP, month-end close) Produce consolidated monthly management accounts, KPIs, forecasts and variance analysis for senior leadership Oversee cashflow, treasury activities and FX exposure, supporting strategic planning Act as the main finance contact for tax, audit, payroll and external advisors, including VAT and international compliance Manage overseas subsidiaries' financial reporting and group consolidation Maintain and improve financial systems, controls and processes, driving automation and efficiency where possible Key Skills / Requirements: Qualified with ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent Proven experience, within architecture, engineering, design, built environment Strong technical accounting background with experience in management reporting, forecasting, WIP and project finance Confident presenting financial information at board level and liaising with auditors and external advisors Treasury and cash management experience, with some exposure to FX and hedging Advanced Excel skills and strong knowledge of accounting systems Experience with SAGE and Rapport highly desirable Proven people manager with a hands-on, proactive approach and strong commercial judgement Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment; experience in creative or professional services advantageous To apply for this position please click on the apply button to attach your CV (and portfolio for design positions). By applying for this role you are confirming that you agree to our Privacy Policy (full details are shown at the bottom of our website), and that all details submitted by you are correct and to the best of your knowledge. The Crowd is an equal opportunities employer and agency.
Your new company Over the past few years, our client has evolved into the European hub of a fast-growing, innovation-led semiconductor group. What truly defines them isn't just their technology, but the diverse, talented community behind it, people who share a clear sense of purpose and work together with genuine collaboration and pride. Their teams operate in a modern, fast-paced environment, driving advancements in next-generation touch technologies and exploring what's possible across display and video systems, high-speed AI data processing and wireless connectivity. There's a strong ambition running through the business: to build a world-class enterprise powered by deep technical expertise and continuous innovation. As part of their expansion, they are now investing further to look for a Digital Lead. This creates an exciting opportunity for a skilled and ambitious individual to join a growing organisation where your work directly shapes new products, influences future technology, and contributes to a company pushing the boundaries of semiconductor development. Your new role My client is seeking a Digital Lead who will take full ownership of the IC digital roadmap across two expanding markets, touch sensing and automotive MCUs. The role is pivotal in defining and delivering the digital architecture that sits at the core of these next-generation products. You'll begin by working closely with stakeholders to establish clear product definitions and technical objectives, before driving the digital design activities from early architectural modelling through to verification and final validation.What sets this role apart is the breadth of technical responsibility. You will oversee the creation of advanced capacitive touch controller ICs, incorporating brand-new sensing architectures, while simultaneously contributing to the design of safety-critical automotive MCUs. Ensuring consistency, quality and performance across both lines will require strong technical judgement, a structured engineering mindset and the confidence to lead design reviews and resolve complex technical challenges.Equally important is the leadership element. You'll manage a dedicated digital team, guiding resource allocation, monitoring progress, and ensuring technical direction remains aligned with project and organisational goals. Working with global partners and internal IP suppliers, you will represent the digital team's needs in key decisions, whether that's IP selection, EDA tool adoption or design-flow optimisation. It's an ideal position for someone who thrives in a hands-on leadership role at the intersection of technology, people and strategy. What you'll need to succeed My client is looking for a candidate who brings a strong blend of technical rigour and leadership confidence. This role requires someone who has already proven they can manage teams and navigate multiple concurrent projects without losing sight of delivery timelines. You'll need a solid foundation in digital IP development and integration, along with a methodical approach to problem-solving that allows you to explore complex design spaces while maintaining a high level of innovation.Because the work spans everything from architecture to physical implementation, they're looking for someone who understands the full digital IC lifecycle how to translate a specification into a robust design and guide that all the way through verification, validation and silicon sign-off. Experience in low power design techniques, area optimisation and the selection and evaluation of EDA toolchains will be particularly valuable. A strong understanding of IP supply chains, including maturity models and third party IP quality assessment, will help you thrive in this environment, as will established skills in DfT, DfM, silicon debug and failure-analysis methodologies.Candidates should hold a BEng or MEng in Engineering, Electronics or a related field, ideally at a 2:1 or equivalent. My client is seeking someone with experience in digital or mixed-signal IC design, plus leading teams or projects. Exposure to mixed-signal design, Python, functional safety standards like ISO-26262, or display-related technologies is a bonus, as is familiarity with JIRA, Confluence or the broader ASIC flow. While not essential, these additional skills help accelerate performance and integration into the wider group. What you'll get in return Yearly bonus based on financial performance and personal contribution 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays Option to buy and sell holidays up to 5 days a year Paid day off for your birthday Pension scheme salary sacrifice, 6% company contribution Life insurance 4x annual salary Private medical insurance Bupa Private dental cover Bupa Cycle to work scheme Electric car scheme salary sacrifice What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us on or email: Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
Your new company Over the past few years, our client has evolved into the European hub of a fast-growing, innovation-led semiconductor group. What truly defines them isn't just their technology, but the diverse, talented community behind it, people who share a clear sense of purpose and work together with genuine collaboration and pride. Their teams operate in a modern, fast-paced environment, driving advancements in next-generation touch technologies and exploring what's possible across display and video systems, high-speed AI data processing and wireless connectivity. There's a strong ambition running through the business: to build a world-class enterprise powered by deep technical expertise and continuous innovation. As part of their expansion, they are now investing further to look for a Digital Lead. This creates an exciting opportunity for a skilled and ambitious individual to join a growing organisation where your work directly shapes new products, influences future technology, and contributes to a company pushing the boundaries of semiconductor development. Your new role My client is seeking a Digital Lead who will take full ownership of the IC digital roadmap across two expanding markets, touch sensing and automotive MCUs. The role is pivotal in defining and delivering the digital architecture that sits at the core of these next-generation products. You'll begin by working closely with stakeholders to establish clear product definitions and technical objectives, before driving the digital design activities from early architectural modelling through to verification and final validation.What sets this role apart is the breadth of technical responsibility. You will oversee the creation of advanced capacitive touch controller ICs, incorporating brand-new sensing architectures, while simultaneously contributing to the design of safety-critical automotive MCUs. Ensuring consistency, quality and performance across both lines will require strong technical judgement, a structured engineering mindset and the confidence to lead design reviews and resolve complex technical challenges.Equally important is the leadership element. You'll manage a dedicated digital team, guiding resource allocation, monitoring progress, and ensuring technical direction remains aligned with project and organisational goals. Working with global partners and internal IP suppliers, you will represent the digital team's needs in key decisions, whether that's IP selection, EDA tool adoption or design-flow optimisation. It's an ideal position for someone who thrives in a hands-on leadership role at the intersection of technology, people and strategy. What you'll need to succeed My client is looking for a candidate who brings a strong blend of technical rigour and leadership confidence. This role requires someone who has already proven they can manage teams and navigate multiple concurrent projects without losing sight of delivery timelines. You'll need a solid foundation in digital IP development and integration, along with a methodical approach to problem-solving that allows you to explore complex design spaces while maintaining a high level of innovation.Because the work spans everything from architecture to physical implementation, they're looking for someone who understands the full digital IC lifecycle how to translate a specification into a robust design and guide that all the way through verification, validation and silicon sign-off. Experience in low power design techniques, area optimisation and the selection and evaluation of EDA toolchains will be particularly valuable. A strong understanding of IP supply chains, including maturity models and third party IP quality assessment, will help you thrive in this environment, as will established skills in DfT, DfM, silicon debug and failure-analysis methodologies.Candidates should hold a BEng or MEng in Engineering, Electronics or a related field, ideally at a 2:1 or equivalent. My client is seeking someone with experience in digital or mixed-signal IC design, plus leading teams or projects. Exposure to mixed-signal design, Python, functional safety standards like ISO-26262, or display-related technologies is a bonus, as is familiarity with JIRA, Confluence or the broader ASIC flow. While not essential, these additional skills help accelerate performance and integration into the wider group. What you'll get in return Yearly bonus based on financial performance and personal contribution 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays Option to buy and sell holidays up to 5 days a year Paid day off for your birthday Pension scheme salary sacrifice, 6% company contribution Life insurance 4x annual salary Private medical insurance Bupa Private dental cover Bupa Cycle to work scheme Electric car scheme salary sacrifice What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us on or email: Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Financial Controller for a European Architecture Business Your new company An architecture business with EMEA locations and an HQ in London. The company has won significant projects in the last 2 years and is growing its front and back office teams. Your new role Responsible for EMEA region, reporting to EMEA FC and managing a small team. Duties include Preparation of monthly management accounts including board back Presentation of variance analysis with commentary Managing transactional and part qualified team Reporting on project performance across EMEA project portfolio What you'll need to succeed You will need to be a qualified accountant, with experience managing a team, ideally in a professional services or project-based business. Working with a global/regional business or at least exposure to a regional or multi-asset/site would be beneficial. What you'll get in return You will get to join the business at a very important time in the company's development, owning responsibility for improving commercial and reporting processes. The company has an excellent work culture, stable staff base and very competitive remuneration and bonus. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Sep 27, 2025
Full time
Financial Controller for a European Architecture Business Your new company An architecture business with EMEA locations and an HQ in London. The company has won significant projects in the last 2 years and is growing its front and back office teams. Your new role Responsible for EMEA region, reporting to EMEA FC and managing a small team. Duties include Preparation of monthly management accounts including board back Presentation of variance analysis with commentary Managing transactional and part qualified team Reporting on project performance across EMEA project portfolio What you'll need to succeed You will need to be a qualified accountant, with experience managing a team, ideally in a professional services or project-based business. Working with a global/regional business or at least exposure to a regional or multi-asset/site would be beneficial. What you'll get in return You will get to join the business at a very important time in the company's development, owning responsibility for improving commercial and reporting processes. The company has an excellent work culture, stable staff base and very competitive remuneration and bonus. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
