About the Role
We are seeking a Group Financial Controller to partner with the Global Head of Finance, driving our finance transformation agenda. This broad, hands-on role is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments and enjoys solving complex challenges. You will lead the implementation of scalable financial systems and processes, elevate reporting standards, and act as a business partner to drive insight-led performance. Your financial acumen, systems expertise, and collaborative approach will be essential in establishing a high-performing finance function aligned with strategic objectives.
Responsibilities
- Drive process and structural improvements to support group-wide transformation and growth ambitions.
- Lead the rollout and optimisation of Deltek, ensuring scalability, accuracy, and efficiency.
- Deliver timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting (monthly, quarterly, annual), aligned with internal policies and statutory obligations.
- Build strong relationships with Pillar Project teams to support strategic decision-making and deliver actionable financial insights.
- Oversee core financial functions, including reconciliations, payables, receivables, general ledger, and cash management.
- Support annual and rolling forecast processes, scenario planning, and performance reporting.
- Contribute to cross-functional initiatives, such as financial modelling and cost optimisation.
Requirements
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), ideally with 2+ years post-qualification experience.
- Demonstrated experience in a broad finance role, ideally within a high-growth, transformation, or international context.
- Strong technical accounting expertise and comfort with financial systems.
- Practical knowledge across the full finance remit, including Accounts Payable & Receivable, Treasury & Credit Control, Payroll, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Statutory and Management Reporting.
- Proven success in implementing or enhancing finance systems and operational processes.
- Strong attention to detail, with a pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset.
- Effective communicator, confident in influencing stakeholders at all levels.
- Experience in a start-up, scale-up, or PE-backed environment (desirable).
- Exposure to global operations or multi-entity finance structures (desirable).
- Involvement in building or professionalising a finance function from early stages (desirable).
Skills
- Finance Transformation
- Systems Implementation (Deltek)
- Financial Control & Reporting
- Business Partnering
- Operational Finance Leadership
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Strategic Projects
- Financial Modelling
- Cost Optimisation
- Technical Accounting
- Financial Systems
- Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Treasury & Credit Control
- Payroll
- Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Statutory Reporting
- Management Reporting
- Communication
- Influencing Stakeholders
Location
- UK-based
- Remote
- Occasional travel to London (Barbican)
- Occasional travel to Rugby
- Infrequent international travel
Work Type
- Remote
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 2+ years post-qualification experience
- Senior level
Education Level
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Leadership training
- Cross-functional project involvement
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies
- Work-life balance
- Team-driven culture
About the Company
- FPC Global is a rapidly growing organization emphasizing professional development and continuous learning.
- We offer various opportunities for growth, including leadership training, cross-functional project involvement, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies.
- We value work-life balance and believe our team-driven culture ensures that your voice is heard, your ideas are appreciated, and your career path is limitless.
- Our people are our greatest asset, and our culture is built on collaboration, creativity, and a shared commitment to excellence.
- Founded in 2014, we’ve evolved into a global leader with over 140 professionals operating across the Americas, EMEA, APAC, with headquarters in London.
- We specialize in delivering integrated, cutting-edge consultancy services that span the entire facility life cycle.
- Our business thrives on three dynamic pillars: FPC Global (Technical Program & Project Management, Building Performance, Sustainability, Cybersecurity), FPC Digital (Digital Building Design and Operations), and FPC Life Sciences (capital projects for life sciences and pharmaceutical clients).
Equal Opportunity
- We believe in celebrating diversity, fostering collaboration, and ensuring every voice is heard.
