Group Financial Controller (UK&I)

Are you a skilled finance professional ready to take on a multi entity leadership role? We're seeking a Group Financial Controller to oversee financial operations across four entities in the UK and Ireland, whilst reporting into a global PE backed services group. This is your chance to drive operational excellence, ensure compliance, and provide strategic insights in a fast paced environment.

What You'll Do:

• Ensure accurate financial reporting, tax compliance, and robust internal controls.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and day to day finance operations.
• Act as the central finance contact for local management teams, providing key insights and analysis.
• Drive process improvements and support system optimisation (e.g., Microsoft Business Central).
• Manage competing priorities across multiple entities while supporting strategic goals.

What We're Looking For:

• ACA / CA / ACCA qualified accountant (or equivalent), with previous audit experience in a Top 5 firm is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UK tax regulations, compliance, and financial reporting standards.
• Proven ability to manage multi entity operations and meet tight deadlines.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in financial systems.
• A hands on leader with excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Experience within any of the following industries would be highly advantageous: healthcare, pharmaceuticals, consulting services.

This is an exciting opportunity to make an impact within a highly acquisitive organisation, while working collaboratively across multiple businesses. If you thrive in a fast paced environment and are ready to lead with confidence, we'd love to hear from you!

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

About the job

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
• Focus: CFO/Finance Director/Financial Controller
• Workplace Type: Hybrid
• Experience Level: Mid Management
• Location: Farnborough
• Salary: £85,000 - £95,000 per annum

Job Reference: 5Y8EJL-F2ABB813

Date posted: 10 February 2026

Consultant: Isobel Salino