Assistant Financial Controller

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Assistant Financial Controller – UK & Ireland

Location: Frimley |
Contract: Permanent

We’re looking for an experienced Assistant Financial Controller to play a key role in leading financial operations across the UK & Ireland. This position oversees the monthly, quarterly and annual financial close (US & UK GAAP), ensures compliance and strong financial controls (including SOX), and manages a team of five accountants.

You’ll work closely with teams across the business, supporting budgeting, forecasting, audits and process improvements, while helping to drive high-quality reporting and operational excellence.

• Lead UK&I financial close cycles and statutory reporting
• Manage VAT, PSA, Environmental Levies and support corporation tax
• Analyse results and performance vs budget/forecast
• Develop and lead a team of accountants
• Ensure accurate balance sheet reconciliations
• Support internal and external audits
• Lead and contribute to finance projects

• Qualified accountant with 5+ years’ experience
• Resilient, organised and detail driven
• Strong communicator with excellent systems and Excel skills (CODA a plus)

• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays (option to buy
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• Pension: 5% employee / 3% employer
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Bupa healthcare, We Care and Grocery Aid
• Hybrid working: 3 days in Support Office (Frimley)
• 50% off doughnuts & 30% off drinks, in-office treats and full access to Treat box

This role offers genuine influence across the UK & Ireland business. You’ll help shape processes, support key decisions, and play a meaningful part in building a high-performing finance function within a supportive, collaborative environment.