Finance Controller

About the Role:

The Financial Controller will play a key role in overseeing financial operations across multiple entities, including venue operations,partnerships, and central costs. This is a hands-on leadership position, combining day-to-day financial management with reporting, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Working closely with operational leadership, FP&A, and international stakeholders, you will ensure financial accuracy, support decision-making, and drive improvements in processes and controls.

Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Development • Lead, coach, and develop members of the finance team, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture.

• Promote accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth within the team.

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence • Identify and implement improvements to financial processes, controls, and reporting accuracy.

• Leverage automation and technology to increase efficiency and effectiveness.


• Support wider business initiatives and cross-functional projects as required.

Month-End Close & Balance Sheet Oversight • Oversee month-end close activities, including preparation and review of journals.

• Ensure timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations, resolving discrepancies as needed.


• Maintain the integrity of financial data and reporting processes.

Financial Reporting & Compliance • Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting across all business divisions.

• Prepare statutory accounts and manage audit processes, tax filings, VAT, and other compliance requirements.


• Support group reporting requirements, including alignment with international standards.

Forecasting, Budgeting & Financial Planning • Work closely with FP&A to support budgeting and forecasting cycles.

• Provide insight into financial performance and variance analysis to aid decision-making.


• Assist with capital expenditure tracking and forward planning.

What You Bring • Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline; professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred.

• Demonstrated experience in a financial leadership role, ideally within a multi-entity environment.


• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.


• Experience working with international or group reporting structures is advantageous.


• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.


• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate teams.


• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.


• Advanced Excel and financial systems expertise.


• Exposure to process improvement, automation, or AI-driven finance tools is beneficial.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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