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Financial Controller

Cottrell Moore Ltd
North West London Full-time GBP 65,000 – 70,000
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Financial Controller

Location: Kilburn NW6

Salary: £65,000 – £70,000

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

About the Role:

As Financial Controller, you will support the management and development of the Finance function across multiple group entities in the UK and Ireland. You will play a key role in financial reporting, cash management, audit coordination, process improvement, and strategic financial analysis, while also helping to mentor and develop a high-performing finance team.

This role is initially office-based; however, following the successful completion of the probation period, there will be the opportunity to work from home one day per week.

Benefits:

  • Perkbox – 24/7 discounts, wellbeing support, online GP access & more

  • Company Pension Scheme

  • Group Life Assurance (up to 3x salary, subject to service)

  • Staff Discount on all products

  • Cycle to Work Scheme

  • Employee Assistance Programme

  • Long Service Awards

  • 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + your birthday off

Key Responsibilities:
  • Support the Head of Finance in managing the day-to-day operations of the finance function across multiple group entities

  • Lead, mentor, and develop members of the Finance and Purchase Ledger teams to ensure high performance and continuous improvement

  • Prepare and review group accounts, cash flow forecasts, balance sheet reconciliations, and VAT returns

  • Deliver accurate financial reporting, KPI analysis, and management information to support business decision-making

  • Drive improvements in finance systems, processes, controls, and reporting capabilities across the business

  • Liaise with auditors, HMRC, banks, and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance, efficiency, and successful project delivery

Requirements:
  • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) preferred

  • Previous experience in a senior finance role with responsibility for financial reporting, controls, and process improvement

  • Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring, supporting, and developing finance teams

  • Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail

  • Advanced Excel and systems skills with the ability to quickly adapt to new financial systems and processes

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the business

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