Group Financial Controller - Goldhawk Associates : Job Details

Are you a commercially minded financial leader ready to step into a pivotal group-level role within a dynamic, fast-scaling organisation?Our client is a high-growth, PE-backed business operating across multiple divisions in the UK and internationally. They are seeking a Group Financial Controller to lead their accounting function, overseeing a team of 10 and reporting directly to the CFO. This is a rare opportunity to join an innovative, fast-paced environment where finance is central to business strategy and change. You'll be hands-on with everything from financial control and reporting to cash flow, payroll, and audit — shaping processes and supporting scale.Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the group accounting team, driving performance, structure and best practice.
• Oversee group-wide financial reporting and internal controls in line with GAAP.
• Manage audit preparation, statutory reporting and compliance.
• Lead cashflow forecasting and banking relationships.
• Support process optimisation, system enhancements and technical accounting improvements.

About You:

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience.
• Proven track record in financial leadership, audit prep, and team management.
• Able to work at pace and influence at senior levels.
• Exposure to group structures, multi-entity reporting and cross-functional teams.
• Experience with cloud-based systems (e.g. NetSuite) is a plus.

Unfortunately, due to the high number of applications currently being received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.