Group Financial Controller

Glasgow – Four days in the office

Candidates must be ICAS‑qualified and have a maximum 1‑month notice period

About the Role

We are supporting our client in the recruitment of an experienced Group Financial Controller to take ownership of all group-level financial reporting, statutory compliance, and financial control activity. This position plays a central role in shaping a robust control environment and ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of financial information across the business.

Working as part of the senior leadership team, the successful candidate will oversee the Financial Reporting function as well as the wider transactional finance teams, providing hands‑on leadership and driving continuous improvement across systems, processes, and governance.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Governance

• Lead the Financial Reporting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Banking teams.
• Maintain a strong financial control framework, introducing improvements and ensuring effective balance sheet governance.
• Oversee statutory reporting, regulatory compliance, and adherence to accounting standards.
• Manage the preparation of consolidated group accounts (UK GAAP) and monthly reporting pack,s including cashflow and balance sheet statements.
• Coordinate the external audit process and year‑end reporting cycle.
• Provide challenge and guidance to ensure financial discipline across the organisation.

Systems, Processes & Development

• Enhance financial reporting systems and drive automation across transactional processes.
• Promote the use of data, analytics, and technology to strengthen the finance function.
• Act as finance lead on system changes or new platform implementations impacting financial operations.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Performance

• Oversee budgeting and forecasting for group‑level financial charges, capex, and relevant operational areas.
• Develop meaningful KPIs and tracking mechanisms to support improved performance and informed decision‑making.

Cashflow & Working Capital

• Drive improvements in working capital and partner with treasury colleagues to support external banking relationships.
• Support covenant reporting and ensure the business meets its financial obligations.

Leadership & People Development

• Lead, coach, and develop finance professionals across reporting and transactional teams.
• Build a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and strong financial stewardship.
• Support ongoing training needs and encourage professional growth across the finance function.

Skills & Experience Required

• Fully ICAS‑qualified accountant (mandatory).
• Significant post‑qualification experience within a complex, multi‑entity environment.
• Strong foundation in audit (professional services background preferred).
• Demonstrable experience leading financial reporting and controls in a growing or evolving business.
• Strong systems capability with exposure to financial transformation or automation projects.
• Confident communicator able to influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail with strong analytical and technical accounting skills.
• Experience in multi‑site or property‑related organisations advantageous.
• Hands‑on approach with the ability to operate effectively in a fast‑moving environment.
• Maximum one‑month notice period required.

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