Group Financial Controller

Hybrid (2–3 days in office) Group Financial Controller for International Company Your new company Hays is partnering with a long-established international consultancy to recruit an ambitious and proven Group Financial Controller. With operations spanning multiple regions and a workforce of several thousand specialists, the business continues to expand both in the UK and  this role, you’ll take responsibility for group-level accounting processes while providing leadership and structure to the UK financial control function.

Based in their central Bristol office, you’ll be part of a collaborative finance team, managing two direct reports and offering guidance to a broader UK financial control team of four. Your new role Lead and develop the finance team, providing clear direction and accountability for UK financial control and Group accounting activities. Manage the full Group consolidation process, ensuring accurate, timely reporting and close collaboration with FP&A and Treasury to strengthen insight and cash-flow visibility.

Oversee statutory compliance and external audits, acting as the main auditor contact and driving the implementation of Group accounting policies across the business. Maintain strong financial controls, ensuring a disciplined month-end process, accurate balance sheets, and high-quality reconciliations. Lead equity partner accounting, covering partner financials, distributions, bonuses, HMRC submissions and external advisor liaison, while supporting subsidiary dividend processes. Deliver strategic finance projects that enhance operational efficiency, strengthen governance, and support business growth alongside BAU leadership.

What you'll need to succeed Experience working in a global, multi-entity, multi-currency environment and proven group consolidation capability (ideally using Hyperion or Net Suite). Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering skills, with a proactive, solutions-focused approach. Proven experience managing and developing teams, supported by strong attention to detail, sound judgement and clear communication. Strong IT capability, particularly advanced Excel. Fully qualified accountant (ACA preferred), ideally Big 4 trained, with 7 years’ PQE and a relevant undergraduate degree.

What you'll get in return Hybrid working arrangement 2–3 days in office Base salary £80,000–£90,000 plus company car and a superb benefits package What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.  

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