Group Financial Controller

Overview

We are a fast-growing technology and media group seeking a Group Financial Controller to lead and transform our finance function. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in complex environments and wants to make a tangible impact. With multiple divisions and a profitable turnover under £100m, you’ll have the autonomy to rebuild processes and shape the future of finance.

Location: Watford (Hybrid: 4 days office / 1 day remote)

Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer

We are a fast-growing technology and media group seeking a Group Financial Controller to lead and transform our finance function. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in complex environments and wants to make a tangible impact. With multiple divisions and a profitable turnover under £100m, you’ll have the autonomy to rebuild processes and shape the future of finance.

• Lead and develop a finance team of 5–6, including a Financial Controller and local accountants.
• Oversee all core finance activities:
  Accounts Payable/Receivable, Financial Accounting, Management Reporting, and Business Partnering
  .
• Work closely with the CFO on new systems implementation and global process rollouts.
• Strengthen financial controls and reporting standards, liaising with Top 20 auditors.
• Rebuild and optimize the finance function, ensuring robust balance sheet management and accurate reporting.
• Address operational challenges, including cashflow management and integration following a recent funding round.
• Support strategic decision-making while remaining hands-on with the detail.

• ACA or ACCA qualified
  , with a strong audit background (Top 20 firm experience preferred).
• Proven experience as a Group Financial Controller or Finance Director in a multi-division environment.
• Strong cash management skills are essential
  , with the ability to navigate complex funding and liquidity challenges.
• Skilled in team transformation, systems implementation, and process improvement.
• Comfortable rolling up your sleeves to solve problems and deliver results.
• Strong communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Able to start within 3 months or sooner and commute to Watford regularly.

• Full autonomy to shape and rebuild the finance function
  .
• Work in a profitable, high-growth business with ambitious plans.
• Clear progression to a senior leadership role.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing
• Industries:
  Broadcast Media Production and Distribution