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International Financial Controller - Private equity


Company : JSS Search


Location : newport, midlands


Created : 2025-04-28


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Recruiting for an International Controller for a Global PE backed Tech Business who are looking for an exceptional leader to join their FLT. A fast paced and highly entrepreneurial business with lofty growth ambitions leading to an exit in several yearsYou will need to have a strong technical background/exposure from a highly transformative and changing environment.Ideal candidates will be practice trained with international teams/market experience in region! JOB PURPOSE:Reporting directly to Global VP, the International Controller is a key member of the FLT who will take responsibility for Board Reporting, Balance Sheet control, Financial Reporting/consolidations, Statutory Accounts and ability to be business facing with international projects.Key Internal Contacts:CEO / CFO / Board Members / Business Unit CFOs / Regional Country DirectorsKEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Financial Control & ReportingLead, manage and mentor and EMEA/European finance function across accounting, controls and reporting for a 500m BUOversee and manage the production of accurate and timely monthly Management Accounts and Interim (half-year) and annual corporate statutory group reporting in line with IFRSOversee the preparation of group consolidated financial statements and all associated disclosure (under US GAAP and IFRS)Manage and monitor Head Office operating costs and controls alongside the monthly management reporting of theseOversee the implementation of Group Finance Policies and Financial Control structureManagement of annual statutory audits to agreed schedules for interim and year-end audit processesOversight of the EMEA Tax teamResponsible for the consolidation of ESG-metrics reporting for the Group in collaboration with relevant Business UnitsDrive innovation and continuous improvement in the standardisation of reporting and operational efficienciesRisk and InsuranceResponsible for sourcing and managing insurance for key Group policiesConsolidation of Information Security risk reporting to the BoardLegal and RegulatoryDrive the implementation and maintenance of a strong internal control environment with responsibility for financial compliance and policy adherenceCandidate Background:Qualified accountant with substantial PQEIdeally have a background in one of the big 4 audit firms or top ten backgroundDynamic and progressive candidateDemonstrable experience in a similar role within a fast paced multinational with lots of different entity accounting policiesInfluential and credible with the ability to build strong relationships with senior stakeholders at an international levelStrong technical knowledge, US GAAP and SOX would be highly desirable (but not essential)Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to present technical information to non-technical / senior audiencesProven ability to work as a member of multi-functional teamsWhats on offer?120,000- 130,000 and bonusOpportunity to progress within a market leading international brandWorking for a business passionate about its staff and their wellbeingFully remote role with travel to hubs. UK candidates only.Reach out to me (rob.patterson@jss-finance.com) or apply below