Walker Hamill
Group Financial Controller
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Job Title: Group Financial Controller
Industry: Private Equity Portfolio Company
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: London/Hybrid
Salary Guide: c. £150,000 + Bonus + Benefits
REF: MR54113
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Group Financial Controller to join a fast-growing, private equity-backed business at a pivotal stage in its evolution. Operating within a dynamic, acquisitive environment, this is a high-profile leadership role offering the chance to transform the finance function, strengthen governance and controls, and play a key role in preparing the business for its next phase of growth.
Description
Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Group Financial Controller will lead the development of a best-in-class finance function, driving the transition from fragmented reporting and legacy processes to a highly automated, data-driven finance environment. Working closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Data and the wider business, you will ensure the integrity of the Group’s financial reporting, oversee complex consolidations, lead post-acquisition integrations and embed scalable controls that support continued expansion.
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The candidate for this Group Financial Controller role will suit a technically strong, commercially minded finance leader with significant experience in a large, complex, multi-site organisation. You will have a proven track record within a private equity-backed or leveraged business, alongside demonstrable success delivering finance transformation, systems improvement and process automation. Strong knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP is essential, as is the ability to lead, develop and inspire high-performing teams through change. Experience within people-based services, recruitment, SaaS or subscription-based businesses would be advantageous.
This is a rare opportunity to join an ambitious organisation where finance is central to strategic decision-making. The successful candidate for this Group Financial Controller role will combine technical excellence with strong leadership, commercial judgement and a passion for continuous improvement, helping shape a finance function capable of supporting an exciting growth agenda.
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Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to those candidates whose experience matches the requirements of our client. If you have not heard from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Walker Hamill has been a specialist finance and strategy recruiter for approaching 40 years. We have an extensive client group, including major multinational listed organisations, private equity backed businesses and privately owned companies. We recruit across all sectors and have particularly strong client relationships in private equity, media, retail, pharma/biotech, technology, property/real estate, leisure and business services. Headquartered in London, we have additional offices in continental Europe.
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