199 Financial Controller jobs in London

A market leading brand name business are looking for a UK Financial Controller. This is a high-impact role, responsible for leading a large finance team of finance professionals and ensuring robust financial controls. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will oversee all aspects of financial accounting, controls, and compliance, while driving continuous improvement in processes and systems to support a fast-growing business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals, embedding a culture of accountability and high performance.
• Take ownership of balance sheet management, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and integrity of financial reporting.
• Manage the annual audit process and maintain strong relationships with external auditors.
• Oversee treasury operations, ensuring effective cash flow management and liquidity.
• Provide technical accounting expertise, ensuring compliance with IFRS and regulatory requirements.
• Strengthen financial controls, governance, and risk management across the organisation.
• Drive process improvements, standardisation, and automation to increase efficiency and scalability.
• Partner with senior leadership to provide financial insight and support strategic decision-making.

Person Requirements:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller in a large, complex organisation
• Strong track record of managing and developing large finance teams.
• Excellent technical accounting knowledge, with hands-on experience in balance sheet management, audit, treasury, and controls.
• A disciplined leader with the ability to embed robust processes and drive a culture of continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.

Financial Controller for a major Offshore Wind Developer based in The United Kingdom

Responsibilities

• Reviewing monthly and quarterly management accounts prepared by OSP for submission to shareholders within a set deadline.
• Review and challenge the monthly accruals as prepared by the Cost Control team.
• Preparing and presentation of 12-month cash forecasts to Commercial Director and Lead Financial Controller monthly, identifying cash requirements of the JVs.
• Ensuring effective management of the working capital within the JVs.
• Lead on the Quarterly Due Diligence process.
• Key point of contact for shareholder accounting teams for queries and ad-hoc requests.
• Review the current processes and identifying weaknesses as well as implementing improvements both in terms of the finance process and in the P2P process.
• Preparing technical accounting papers for accounting transactions and ensuring they are reflected accurately within the financial statements.
• Ensuring the Accounting Policy Manual is up to date for all applicable changes within IFRS.
• Responsible for year-end trial balance for OSP to produce Statutory Financial Statements.
• Review the Statutory Financial Statements prepared by OSP prior to submission to auditors.
• Responsible for the preparation of year-end pack for auditors and managing external audit activities.
• Manage day-to-day banking activities for the assigned JV.
• Supporting the Lead Financial Controller in the management of the outsourcing finance provider, ensuring KPIs are met and the delivery of services
• Act as a single point of contact to resolve any purchase-to-pay related queries while working with OSP, procurement tags, and work package managers
• Provide ad hoc support to the Commercial Director /Modeller in relation to assure economic models and running sensitivities

Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ICAEW, ICAS, CIMA or equivalent)
• Prior experience ideally in the areas of financial reporting, auditing, internal controls and/or management accounting
• Self-starter, able to use initiative, drive solutions through uncertainty and ambiguity
• Strong influencing and business partnering skills

Ability to manage multiple/conflicting priorities with a track record of delivery

Financial Controller - Technology (PE Backed)

Location: Central London (Hybrid working 3 days in the office)

Day rate: £600-£700 per day depending on experience

Contract duration: 6 months with the potential to be extended 

Role Responsibilites:

As Financial Controller, you will play a key role in ensuring financial reporting accuracy and timeliness, contributing to an effective control environment that supports business delivery and decision making in a fast growth international environment. Working in partnership with the CFO, you will be responsible for the day-to-day oversite of the company’s financial operations. 

• Managing and overseeing all day-to-day accounting operations including, but not limited to: billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, cash management, cost accounting, project accounting, payroll, tax, revenue recognition
• With CFO, develop and implement scalable internal financial accounting, monitoring and reporting systems suitable for current and future business requirements
• Support the implementation of documented business processes and accounting policies to maintain appropriate internal controls
• Supervise the preparation and publishing of monthly financial statements, ensuring all transactions are recorded, filed and reported properly and in a timely manner, and that all reporting meets compliant standards with statutory law, financial regulations, and company policies
• Prepare, analyse and present monthly and quarterly management reporting (actual vs budget vs forecast), and provide findings to the leadership team and other senior stakeholdersWith the CFO and executive team, oversee the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts
• Own and drive cash flow and liquidity management activities, working with external providers and internal stakeholders - ensuring that cash flow reporting and projections are appropriately maintained and that these are sufficient to run the business
• Oversee the annual audit and tax processes, providing support and relevant information to, and liaising with, external advisors
• Support the business in company secretarial matters, where required
• Support the business with financial strategy and decision-making processes

About You:

• 6-10 years' post qualification experience in a Finance Controller or similar role
• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) 
• Demonstrable experience as a Financial Controller (or similar senior finance role) within a Private Equity-backed SaaS company
• Strong understanding of SaaS specific metrics and revenue recognition principles
• Proven ability to implement and optimise financial processes and systems
• Excellent technical accounting knowledge and strong analytical skills
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels
• Proficient in Xero and advanced Excel skills
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a dynamic team

If you are a driven and experienced Financial Controller with experience in a PE-backed SaaS company, please apply now.

• Lead group consolidation and the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts under UK GAAP, IFRS, and US GAAP.
• Own the statutory reporting process, managing external audits and ensuring all compliance deadlines are met.
• Strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and procedures to support scale and growth.
• Oversee tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions in partnership with external advisors.
• Drive the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning cycles, delivering clear insights to the Finance Director and Managing Director.
• Manage cash flow and working capital across the group, including intercompany reconciliations.
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions and new accounting standards.
• Build, mentor, and develop the finance team, ensuring effective performance management and succession planning.
• Partner with international stakeholders across Europe and the US, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Support strategic projects including system improvements, acquisitions, and new market entry.

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CPA) with significant post-qualification experience.
• Big 4 experience is highly desirable, particularly with exposure to multinational or FMCG clients.
• Strong technical accounting expertise, with excellent knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and US GAAP.
• Proven track record in group consolidations and multi-entity reporting.
• Experience in FMCG, manufacturing, or e-commerce environments is desirable but not essential.
• Skilled in financial modelling, forecasting, and ERP/finance systems.
• Strong leadership capability, with experience managing and developing finance teams (international exposure desirable).
• Commercially astute with the ability to partner across functions and support strategic decision-making.
• Proactive and adaptable, comfortable working in a scale-up, fast-moving environment.

• Salary of £65,000 to £75,000 depending on experience.
• Hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 days remote).
• Pension with company contribution match.
• Quarterly social events and annual Christmas party.
• Excellent career progression opportunities within a rapidly scaling international business.

• Financial Controller
• Group Financial Controller
• Finance Manager
• Senior Finance Manager
• Head of Finance

Financial Controller - near Ilford, Essex / East London - our client is a successful well established business at the forefront of its niche in Construction and Manufacturing, turnover £10m, servicing a range of high profile projects and businesses.

The company is seeking an experienced hands-on Financial Controller / Head of Finance, to manage a small team and report to the Owner/Directors. Responsibilities include:

• Oversee a team of two staff in accounts
li>Responsibility for the day to day finance function
• Preparation of month end accounts and analysis
• Cash flow and working capital management
• Produce forecasts for the bank and management
• Liaise with surveyors re CVRs and retentions
• VAT, CIS and weekly and monthly payroll
• Management of credit insurance and pension fund
• Liaise with external accountant re final accounts, tax etc

The company is looking for an experienced Accountant (Qualified or QBE), a previous Financial Controller or Finance Manager or Head of Finance), ideally from a similar sector, keen to join a well-established privately-owned business in a long term stable role. The office is commutable from East London, South Herts, M25, A406, A13 and A12 in Essex.

                                          Financial Controller

Location:  London - Hybrid, In Office Tues/Thurs/Friday* Remote options available

Reporting to:  Group CFO and MD

Salary:  £95,000 - £115,000 Base Salary + Excellent Benefits

Our client is a dynamic, fast-growing events company specializing in creating industry leading exhibitions across deep tech and innovative markets. With a reputation for excellence and innovation, they deliver truly market leading events.

We’re looking for a commercially minded Financial Controller to join their passionate team and help drive financial performance, integrity, and strategic insight.

Role Overview

As Financial Controller, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the financial  operations of the events business, ensuring accurate reporting, effective  financial  controls, and proactive financial planning.

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and is keen to make an impact in a growing  business.

• Key Responsibilities Manage all accounting operations including billing, accounts receivable/payable, general ledger, cost accounting, and  revenue recognition.
li>Prepare and publish timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial  statements.
• Deve op and maintain internal control policies, procedures, and systems.
• Lea  the budgeting and forecasting process in collaboration with the MD and department heads.
• Monitor  ash flow, liquidity, and working capital requirements.
• S pport the preparation of financial models and business cases for the  year, new projects or events.
• Work with  xternal accountants/auditors to ensure proper compliance with all regulations.
• Ove see VAT returns and ensure tax compliance.
• I entify and implement process improvements and efficiencies.
• M nage and mentor finance team members.
• CA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified.
• Strong under tanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and  compliance.
• Ex erience in the events, entertainment, or hospitality industry is highly  desirable.
• Profi ient in financial software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks, or similar).
• Adv nced Excel and financial modelling skills.
• xperience managing teams and developing talent.
< i>Required Qualifications & Experience ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified.
• Strong under tanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and  compliance.
• Ex erience in the events, entertainment, or hospitality industry is highly  desirable.
• Profi ient in financial software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks, or similar).
• Adv nced Excel and financial modelling skills.
• xperience managing teams and developing talent.

Lipton Media is a specialist media recruitment agency based in London. We  specialise in all forms of b2b media sales including conferences, exhibitions,  awards, summits, publishing, digital, outdoor, TV, radio and business intelligence

Our clients range from small startup companies to FTSE 100 and 250 businesses.

We work with people at every stage of their career from undergraduates looking  for their first entry point into sales to senior managers and directors looking for  their next challenge.

Goodman Masson are exclusively partnered with a mission driven financial institution to recruit for a Financial Controller on a Maternity cover. This will be a fixed term role for a minimum of 12 months.

This innovative organisation are seeking a high-performing Financial Controller to be a key leadership figure within their London-based Finance team. Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, you will take on a broad remit, overseeing and managing the financial operations, accounting, and treasury functions. You will drive continuous improvement, enhance controls, and develop the finance team in a fast-paced environment. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of finance professionals.

• Manage month-end processes and deliver robust financial reporting to a high standard.

• Deliver quarterly management accounts and annual statutory accounts (IFRS/FRS 102).

• Lead the audit process and be the main point of contact for tax advisors. 

• Present reports to senior leadership, including Board of Directors and Audit Committees.

• Manage the treasury function and support the management of liquidity risk.

• Own the financial controls and support the CFO on efficiency initiatives.

Essentials:

• Formal accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with a degree or equivalent education.

• Proven experience in a hands-on Financial Controller or senior Finance Manager role in a small-to-medium business, ideally within financial services or development finance.

• Excellent technical IFRS ability for financial and statutory reporting.

• Demonstrable experience leading and mentoring a finance team.

Desirables:

• Audit firm background (Big 4 or similar)

• Familiarity and experience with IFRS 9.

• Experience in using Microsoft Business Central.

Salary range is £80,(Apply online only) - £85,(Apply online only) depending on experience + 10% Employer pension contributions & private medical insurance. 

Central London based with hybrid working available. Minimum of 2 days per week in the office. 

Candidates will need to be available to start the contract from around mid November. 

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, therefore please apply ASAP to ensure your details are considered. 

Financial Controller for a major Offshore Wind Developer based in The United Kingdom

Responsibilities

• Reviewing monthly and quarterly management accounts prepared by OSP for submission to shareholders within a set deadline.
• Review and challenge the monthly accruals as prepared by the Cost Control team.
• Preparing and presentation of 12-month cash forecasts to Commercial Director and Lead Financial Controller monthly, identifying cash requirements of the JVs.
• Ensuring effective management of the working capital within the JVs.
• Lead on the Quarterly Due Diligence process.
• Key point of contact for shareholder accounting teams for queries and ad-hoc requests.
• Review the current processes and identifying weaknesses as well as implementing improvements both in terms of the finance process and in the P2P process.
• Preparing technical accounting papers for accounting transactions and ensuring they are reflected accurately within the financial statements.
• Ensuring the Accounting Policy Manual is up to date for all applicable changes within IFRS.
• Responsible for year-end trial balance for OSP to produce Statutory Financial Statements.
• Review the Statutory Financial Statements prepared by OSP prior to submission to auditors.
• Responsible for the preparation of year-end pack for auditors and managing external audit activities.
• Manage day-to-day banking activities for the assigned JV.
• Supporting the Lead Financial Controller in the management of the outsourcing finance provider, ensuring KPIs are met and the delivery of services
• Act as a single point of contact to resolve any purchase-to-pay related queries while working with OSP, procurement tags, and work package managers
• Provide ad hoc support to the Commercial Director /Modeller in relation to assure economic models and running sensitivities

Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ICAEW, ICAS, CIMA or equivalent)
• Prior experience ideally in the areas of financial reporting, auditing, internal controls and/or management accounting
• Self-starter, able to use initiative, drive solutions through uncertainty and ambiguity
• Strong influencing and business partnering skills

Ability to manage multiple/conflicting priorities with a track record of delivery

A market leading brand name business are looking for a UK Financial Controller. This is a high-impact role, responsible for leading a large finance team of finance professionals and ensuring robust financial controls. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will oversee all aspects of financial accounting, controls, and compliance, while driving continuous improvement in processes and systems to support a fast-growing business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals, embedding a culture of accountability and high performance.
• Take ownership of balance sheet management, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and integrity of financial reporting.
• Manage the annual audit process and maintain strong relationships with external auditors.
• Oversee treasury operations, ensuring effective cash flow management and liquidity.
• Provide technical accounting expertise, ensuring compliance with IFRS and regulatory requirements.
• Strengthen financial controls, governance, and risk management across the organisation.
• Drive process improvements, standardisation, and automation to increase efficiency and scalability.
• Partner with senior leadership to provide financial insight and support strategic decision-making.

Person Requirements:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller in a large, complex organisation
• Strong track record of managing and developing large finance teams.
• Excellent technical accounting knowledge, with hands-on experience in balance sheet management, audit, treasury, and controls.
• A disciplined leader with the ability to embed robust processes and drive a culture of continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.