Group Financial Controller

The Company

A global leader in mobile games development with operations in the United Kingdom and in Central Europe. This company is looking for a skilled and dynamic executive to join their finance leadership team as their Group Financial Controller. You will be responsible for managing all financial reporting elements for EMEA entities and branches, as well as day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring all financial information's accuracy, integrity, and timeliness.

Your Role

• Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals. Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement. Promote collaboration and knowledge-sharing across teams.
• Oversee financial accounting for European subsidiaries. Ensure consistent accounting practices and compliance with local standards. Manage intercompany transactions and regulatory reporting (financial accounts, VAT, etc.).
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial information. Meet internal and external reporting deadlines. Coordinate with the Global Tax function for corporate tax reporting.
• Establish and maintain robust internal control policies. Monitor and improve internal control systems to prevent fraud and optimise efficiency.
• Oversee European payroll operations. Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing in compliance with local regulations. Manage tax withholdings and filings.
• Drive initiatives to automate and optimise accounting operations. Enhance the efficiency of monthly/quarterly close cycles. Improve accuracy through streamlined processes

What you'll need to succeed

• ACA, ACCA OR CA (or equivalent)
• Experience with managing European accounting operations, including month and year-end closes.
• Experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts and filings.
• Proven track record of successfully leading finance teams, implementing internal controls, and driving process improvements.
• Demonstrated success in leading change management.
• Progressive substantive experience in finance and accounting leadership roles.

Are you interested?

• Please get in touch with an up-to-date CV, your current notice period, and your current salary
• If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion about your career.

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