Orbital Industries
Financial Controller
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Financial Controller
Financial Controller – Orbital
Orbital is an AI-first industrial company building hardware from the atoms up. Our goal is to lead an industrial renaissance, advancing critical technologies and securing our planet for generations to come.
We’re starting with critical hardware for AI data centers—making them more performant and sustainable. Every Orbital product is invented with our AI platform, uniting AI-automated hardware engineering with AI-designed material science to achieve real-world breakthroughs.
We’re (AI research, operations, advanced materials, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, and manufacturing) a team looking to build the future. Join us if you have a love of physical technology, curiosity about AI, and a desire to learn.
About the Role
Orbital is looking for its first Financial Controller to build and own the company’s scalable finance function from the ground up, supporting operations across the UK, US, and Canada.
As CFO’s right hand, this role will:
- Lead and shape Orbital’s accounting systems, controls, and reporting to fuel rapid growth.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on financial strategy, fundraising, M&A, and IPO preparations.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the finance engine of the first AI industrial company.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Operations
- Own and manage daily financial operations, including monthly, quarterly, and annual closures.
- Ensure accurate consolidation of accounts across UK, US, and Canada.
- Deliver time-sensitive, high-quality financial results.
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Financial Controls
- Establish and maintain a robust financial control environment, including:
- Policies, procedures, and approval frameworks.
- Systems designed for rapid growth and potential strategic operations.
Financial Infrastructure
- Build and scale finance infrastructure, including:
- ERP implementation.
- Chart of accounts design.
- Reporting systems scalable for future growth.
- Continuously improve processes to ensure the finance function is scalable, efficient, and audit-ready.
Compliance, Tax, and Policies
- Ensure compliance with local statutory reporting and tax filings.
- Partner with external advisors on:
- Corporate tax, VAT/sales tax, and international structuring.
- Transfer pricing matters.
Audit & Board Matters
- Lead external auditor relationships and coordinate the annual audit process across all jurisdictions.
- Prepare group-level management accounts and board reporting packs, including:
- Variance analysis.
- Strategic financial insights.
Financial Analysis & Decision-Making
- Provide strategic financial insights to support cross-functional decision-making.
Team Growth & Development
- Build, manage, and mentor a growing finance team (starting with core accounting roles).
- Mentor leadership on finance-related matters, including:
- Fundraising.
- Strategic acquisitions (M&A).
- IPO preparations.
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What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking an experienced Financial Controller (or equivalent) with:
✔ 5–10 years’ experience in finance leadership, ideal in Big 4 or high-growth environments. ✔ Hands-on ownership of multiregional finance operations (prior EMEA & North America experience is a plus). ✔ Strong expertise in:
- General ledger accounting.
- Revenue recognition.
- Basic tax fundamentals.
- IFRS/GAAP compliance. ✔ Proficiency in advanced Excel & ERP systems. ✔ Preference for ACA/ACCA/CPA qualified professionals. ✔ Ability to operate as a hands-on owner, building scalable finance processes from the ground up. ✔ Strong analytical thinking, communication skills, and comfort in rapidly evolving environments. ✔ Proven track record in finance system implementations/upgrades to improve efficiency and scalability. ✔ Experience working as a trusted CFO confidante, delivering board-level insights and supporting fundraising due diligence.
Why Join Orbital?
🔹 Competitive salary + equity package—become part-owner of Orbital’s growth. 🔹 Flexible & generous paid time off. 🔹 Excellent benefits: health, dental, and vision insurance. 🔹 Regular company offsites—bonding with a mission-driven team. 🔹 Join a cutting-edge organisation dedicated to a better future, propelled by AI innovation.
Orbital is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to fostering an inclusive environment.
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