Financial Controller - Marks Sattin : Job Details

An international, consumer franchise business based in Central London is currently seeking a Financial Controller to join their UK team. Reporting into the Head of Finance, this role will play a key role in ensuring financial compliance, reporting accuracy, and audit readiness across our UK operations.

• Oversee monthly financial reporting for UK operations.
• Manage UK cash flow forecasting and reporting models.
• Support month end processes and provision of financial data to the group/ international finance teams.
• Lead the end-to-end audit process for all UK entities and clinics.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders including auditors and accounting services.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of financial statements and tax returns.
• Coordinate with legal advisors and regulatory bodies (Companies House, HMRC).
• Build strong working relationships with internal teams in London and Australia.
• Engage with franchise partners on compliance, audit, and tax matters.
• Develop and implement stronger financial control processes and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to streamline reporting and compliance workflows.
• Additional ad-hoc duties and project work, to support the wider team and business.

The ideal candidate will be qualified (ACA or similar), preferably having trained in audit (big 4/ top 10) with post-qualified experience working in industry. Candidates should have good working knowledge of financial controls, compliance and reporting - including understanding of International Accounting Standards and lease accounting. Prior experience working within the consumer sector, in a multi-site of franchise business would be highly beneficial, and candidates must have excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organisational skills. If you have relevant experience and you are keen to find out more, please apply today!

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