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OverviewDirector of Financial Control — London (hybrid) | Permanent

We''re partnering with a high-profile international business to appoint a Director of Financial Control. Reporting to the CFO, this is a key leadership role responsible for safeguarding financial integrity, driving transformation, and influencing Group-wide financial strategy. You''ll be the guardian of the balance sheet and lead on financial reporting, technical accounting, controls, and audit across a complex UKandI cluster.

What you''ll do

Own delivery of accurate, timely financial reporting (monthly, quarterly, annual).

Ensure robustness of the balance sheet, leading reconciliations, analysis, and risk management.

Lead on internal controls, policy compliance, and JSOX requirements.

Manage relationships with external auditors and Group Internal Audit.

Act as technical accounting lead (IFRS, UK GAAP).

Collaborate with senior stakeholders across Finance, Legal, Tax, HR and Commercial.

Lead and develop a high-performing team of approximately 15.

About you

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with strong post-qualification experience.

Background in Big 4 and large, complex businesses highly desirable.

Strong technical accounting expertise (IFRS, UK GAAP).

Proven track record of leadership in financial control, audit and policy compliance.

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Sector experience in consumer, media, tech, or similar complex industries is ideal.

Why applyThis is a career-defining opportunity for a senior finance professional to take ownership of a critical leadership role in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You''ll be empowered to shape the control environment, drive change, and build a best-in-class team, while partnering closely with senior leadership at UK, regional, and Group level.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Entertainment Providers

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