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Financial Controller

London Permanent £65,000 - £75,000 per year View Job Description
The Financial Controller will manage a small team, whilst supporting the Head of Finance and Finance Director with finance and accounting. This role requires a qualified accountant with team management and professional services industry experience.
  • Fast-growing, dynamic consulting firm based in London
  • Hybrid working, and competitive bonus scheme and benefits package

About Our Client

Our client is a dynamic and rapidly growing consulting firm based in London, currently looking to expand their finance team. They offer a highly competitive benefits and bonus scheme, alongside a truly collaborative and inclusive company culture. This environment will support the new Financial Controller with professional development, continuous progression, and recognition within the business.

Job Description

  • Prepare monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cashflow) and lead month-end close
  • Perform variance analysis vs. budget and prior year
  • Ensure accurate revenue recognition, WIP, accruals, and deferred income
  • Complete balance sheet reconciliations and maintain the Fixed Asset Register
  • Oversee invoicing cycles for accuracy and compliance
  • Monitor time recording and T&E coding
  • Review WIP and revenue cut-off; support profitability and utilisation analysis
  • Produce rolling 8-week cashflow forecasts
  • Manage receivables, credit control, supplier payments, and banking relationships
  • Support bi-annual budgeting and deliver monthly reports to operational heads
  • Oversee payroll, pensions, VAT, PAYE, and tax compliance
  • Maintain accounting policies and internal controls
  • Manage accounting system issues and roadmap development
  • Drive process improvements and scalability; organise quarterly CPD sessions
  • Supervise credit control and AP teams; foster collaboration

The Successful Applicant

A successful Financial Controller should have:

  • A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
  • Previous industry experience in professional services / consultancy sector.
  • Proficiency in FRS102 and financial reporting standards.
  • Previously managed a small team.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary ranging from £65,000 to £75,000.
  • Competitive bonus scheme and benefits package, including company-wide annual trip abroad
  • Hybrid working, 3 days in office, 2 days flexible
  • Permanent role based in London
  • Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
Contact
Izzy Davies
Quote job ref
JN-122025-6899481
Phone number
+44 207 269 2185

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Controller
Sector
Business Services
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Izzy Davies
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2185
Job reference
JN-122025-6899481