An opportunity has arisen for a newly created Financial Controller to lead the finance function of a dynamic, project-driven business operating across multiple international entities.

The business partners with leading international brands, rights holders, and organisations to create and deliver world-class live events, activations, and experiences.

Reporting directly to senior leadership, this role is both commercial and strategic, requiring strong technical capability alongside the ability to influence decision-making and support business growth.

The successful candidate will take ownership of financial reporting, team leadership, and project performance, while ensuring robust financial control across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting across multiple entities in different jurisdictions
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records and general ledger
• Maintain and enhance financial controls and policies
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards
• Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes
• Deliver detailed variance analysis and performance insights
• Support strategic planning through financial modelling
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and key financial metrics
• Manage external audits and act as the primary point of contact for auditors
• Oversee statutory accounts and tax filings
• Ensure compliance with tax, regulatory, and reporting requirements
• Liaise with external advisors, banks, and regulatory bodies
• Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team
• Partner with senior stakeholders across the business
• Provide clear, actionable financial insights to support decision-making
• Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and systems
• Support ERP or finance system implementations
• Improve project margin tracking, revenue recognition, and cash flow management
• Contribute to strategic and operational initiatives

About the Candidate

The ideal candidate is a commercially minded and hands-on finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, project-led environment.

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)
• Combination of practice and industry experience
• Typically 3–5 years post-qualification experience in a senior finance role
• Experience within agency, events, marketing, or creative industries is highly desirable

Technical experience should include:

• Financial reporting and controls
• Project accounting, WIP, and revenue recognition
• Budgeting, forecasting, and margin analysis
• Audit and statutory reporting

Core competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective leadership and people management
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Sage50 and ERP systems