Financial Controller

Are you a skilled Financial Controller looking to make an impact at a globally recognized marketing and localization agency? Our client, renowned for fostering meaningful connections between brands and global audiences, is seeking a talented professional to join their growing London team. This hybrid role offers an exciting opportunity to work with top-tier brands while contributing to strategic financial management and decision-making.

Key Financial Controller Responsibilities

Financial Management

• Prepare and deliver consolidated monthly management accounts, including client and project profitability reports.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end reporting of financial actuals.
• Oversee revenue recognition and Work in Progress (WIP) management.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, monthly close processes, and variance analysis.
• Develop and maintain ad-hoc financial reports and models.
• Provide proactive analytical support and ad hoc financial insights to business leaders.
• Manage aged debtors and creditors, ensuring timely resolutions.
• Collaborate with the CFO on budget preparation and quarterly forecasts, including forecasting salaries and overheads.

Commercial Management

• Monitor client profitability, aligning P&Ls with staffing agreements and business goals.
• Support senior account leads with client contract renewals and new business proposals.
• Ensure compliance with client billing, reconciliation, and payment terms.
• Partner with client teams to manage and adapt to budget changes.
• Review and advise on client and supplier contracts alongside the CFO.

Regulatory & Audit

• Maintain accurate and fully reconciled financial records, including the balance sheet.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial records.
• Ensure proper filing and reporting of all financial transactions.
• Prepare and manage external audit submissions.
• Lead quarterly VAT returns for UK and Swiss operations.
• Manage compliance with legal and statutory financial regulations across multiple regions (UK, US, Australia).

Cash Flow Management

• Prepare and analyze weekly cash flow reports, improving processes for efficiency and accuracy.
• Monitor cash flow, accounts, and foreign currency transactions.
• Approve payment runs and oversee cash management strategies.

Payroll, Systems & Productivity

• Manage outsourced payroll processes and act as the key point of contact for payroll-related queries.
• Collaborate with HR to oversee payroll operations, including monthly uploads, P11Ds, and PSAs.
• Supervise bi-weekly US payroll processing.
• Lead improvements in financial systems and tools (currently Paprika), driving productivity and process enhancements.
• Conduct financial training to ensure compliance with relevant systems and processes.
• Oversee pension auto-enrollment and update financial policies and procedures as needed.

What They Are Looking For

Skills & Qualifications

• ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant with proven team management experience.
• A proactive, solution-focused attitude with a demonstrated ability to drive change.
• Strong technical and analytical skills, capable of investigating variances and identifying underlying causes.
• Exceptional attention to detail and an inquisitive approach to financial reporting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for engaging with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Industry experience in PR, Advertising, Marketing, or Media.
• Proficiency with Paprika software is highly desirable.

Why Join?

This role offers the chance to be part of a vibrant and dynamic organization committed to innovation and excellence in the marketing and localization sectors. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and excel in financial leadership, we’d love to hear from you!

Location

Central London (Hybrid: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote).

How to Apply

Send us your CV today to be considered for this exciting opportunity! Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Make your next career move count—apply now!