Financial Controller

Job title : Financial Controller
Location : London
Job-type : Permanent
Contact : James Clow
Call : James
Email : email James
Reference : J9128
THE SEARCH:

Altus Partners are partnered with a private equity backed Fintech business that, through it’s pioneering use of technology, is changing the face of the lending industry. They are seeking an ambitious Financial Controller to be based in their London headquarters and partner the Finance Director as they move towards an exit event the next 3 years. Recently featured on the Times Tech Track 100 list, our client has seen exponential growth over the last 12 months and are seeking someone who can help facilitate their ambitious plans for international expansion.

THE ROLE:
  • Ownership of the monthly management accounts process

  • Manage and develop the transactional finance team

  • Take the lead on the year end close and annual audit processes

  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of reporting process

  • Prepare and review annual statutory financial statements

  • Provide financial analysis and support as the company implements its growth strategy

  • Liaise directly with the private equity fund on investor reporting

  • Work closely with the Finance Director on various ad-hoc commercial project work

THE REQUIREMENTS:
  • ACA/ACCA/CIMA Fully qualified with 4-5 years PQE

  • Experience working within a private equity backed/Financial Services environment beneficial

  • High energy individual who can think outside of the box

  • Advanced Excel skills

  • SAGE experience beneficial

  • Experience leading Audit processes

  • Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and UK/US tax compliance