Our client is a high profile private investment firm with offices in the UK and EU. They are now seeking a Group Financial Controller based at the London head office. The successful candidate will report to the CEO and play an important role in a successful, growing business. This role would suit an experienced and hands-on individual who is looking to develop further and become a valuable team player within the management team. Ideally the chosen candidate should have post qualification experience working in a service-driven organisation and must be willing to roll up his/her sleeves and provide assistance on day to day operational matters where required.

Key Responsibilities:
• Production of the Monthly Consolidated Management Report.
• Detailed analytical review and commentary on business performance by product and division.
• Develop, implement and monitor a suite of business drivers that focus on the key performance areas of the business.
• Responsible for planning and coordination of the annual budget and quarterly re-forecasting exercises.
• Responsible for the planning, coordination and production of the annual Operating Plan.
• Production of the consolidated statutory Financial Statements.
• Work with the FD to ensure that the business’s strategic objectives are being implemented across the network.
• Work closely with the UK and European Finance Managers to ensure that their businesses are delivering maximum returns.
• Ad hoc projects as delegated by the CEO.
• To be the main link between the financial accounting system and the front office systems, continually reviewing performance, processes and procedures.

Key Skills:
• Qualified Accountant with post-qualified experience.
• Experience in preparing consolidated accounts and statutory financial statements.
• Excellent Excel (advanced level) and MS Office skills.
• Ability to interrogate systems and provide solutions and implement change.
• Ability to problem solve and propose solutions.
• Strong commercial acumen with clear and measurable successes in current and prior roles.
• Confident communicator.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Strong team player.
• Russian language skills are a strong advantage.

What is in it for me?
• Amazing team with an entrepreneurial spirit and adventurous attitude – great office environment.
• Exciting investment projects into green energy and new tech.
• Growing business, good opportunities.
• Salary and benefits, bonus structure.
• Amazing office location.