Group Financial Controller

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Vero Recruitment has been exclusively appointed to recruit a Group Financial Controller for a fast-growing, globally recognised energy service company.

This is a pivotal, newly created leadership role within a values-led organisation that has built an exceptional reputation for reliability, technical excellence and delivery across international markets.

Who is our client:

Our client is an established, international services business operating within the offshore and subsea environment. The organisation supports complex, safety-critical projects globally and has built a strong reputation for consistent delivery, operational discipline and technical capability.

The business is entering its next phase of growth, supported by long‑term investment and a broader international platform. With a clear focus on continuous improvement, strong governance and people development, it offers a stable yet progressive environment for a senior finance professional who wants both visibility and longevity.

The opportunity:

Reporting to the Finance Director, the Group Financial Controller will take ownership of the Group finance function at a critical point in the organisation’s evolution.

This role offers high visibility, autonomy and influence across the business, working closely with operational, commercial and international stakeholders. You will lead the Aberdeen‑based finance team while building strong working relationships with colleagues across the wider Group internationally.

It is a rare opportunity to step into a senior, broad‑ranging financial leadership role within a stable, well‑capitalised business that is entering its next phase of growth.

Key responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for the day‑to‑day management and operation of the Group finance function
• Production of accurate, timely monthly management accounts, including KPI reporting and variance analysis
• Ownership of annual statutory and PE reporting, working closely with external auditors to meet all deadlines
• Daily cash management, including preparation and ownership of 13‑week cash flow forecasts
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across the Group
• Partner with operational and commercial teams, providing financial insight to support decision‑making
• Oversight of Group tax compliance in collaboration with the Group Tax Manager
• Lead Group insurance renewals and policy management
• Ownership of Capex control and reporting, including cost and variance analysis
• Support ongoing system improvements and accounting system upgrades
• Develop and enhance Group financial processes, controls and policies
• Oversee onshore and offshore payroll and benefits administration
• Lead, develop and mentor the finance team, supporting growth and capability building
• Act as deputy to the Finance Director when required

Who we’re looking to attract:

• Professionally qualified accountant
• Strong industry experience in a similar role
• Proven ability to operate in a fast‑paced, evolving business environment
• Strong technical, analytical and problem‑solving capability
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence across functions and geographies
• Experience of systems such as D365 is advantageous
• Highly organised, proactive and comfortable working with autonomy
• Trusted, discreet and values‑led in approach
• A collaborative leader who enjoys developing people and improving how things are done

Why this role:

• Senior, visible leadership position within a growing international business
• Exposure to strategic change, diversification and expansion
• Genuine autonomy and influence
• Strong financial backing and long‑term stability
• Opportunity to shape finance capability as the business scales

To find out more, please contact Andrew Ferguson at Vero Recruitment on , or apply in confidence via the link below.

• Associate

• Full‑time

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Oil and Gas, Energy Technology, and Services for Renewable Energy

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