I am partnering with a global leader in the fintech space, a forward-thinking, fast-scaling business revolutionising digital finance. With offices across major financial hubs and a cutting-edge tech platform, they empower businesses and individuals through innovation, speed, and transparency.

Client Details

As the Financial Controller, you'll play a pivotal role in leading and streamlining the company's month-end processes, driving operational improvements, and ensuring timely and accurate reporting across multiple jurisdictions. This is a hands-on, high-impact position ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Description

• Lead and improve month-end close process, targeting shorter close cycles and increased accuracy.

• Oversee financial reporting (monthly, quarterly and annual), ensuring timely consolidation across international entities.

• Balance sheet substantiation and reconciliations.
• Drive process improvement across transactional finance (AP, AR, Billing, Payroll)

• Identify inefficiencies in existing processes and implement best practices to improve automation and controls.

• Collaborate with FP&A, Treasury, and Product Finance teams to align reporting with broader business needs.

• Support the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors.

• Mentor and support the finance team during the transition period, ensuring knowledge transfer and continuity.

Profile

A successful Financial Controller should have:

• Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (ACCA, CIMA, ACA).
• Strong track record of leading process improvements, with tangible examples of outcomes/achievements.
• Strong experience leading financial reporting.
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in a temporary role with hybrid working arrangements.

Job Offer

• Competitive daily rate depending on experience.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, Financial Services environment in London.
• Chance to contribute to and influence an entire finance function with a hands-on approach.

This Financial Controller position offers a rewarding opportunity to excel in the accounting and finance field. Apply now to join a respected organisation in London!