Financial Controller

Financial Controller

  • Ref: 7789
  • Salary requirements: £80,000+
  • Availability: Immediately Available
  • Interested in: Permanent
  • Location: Edinburgh

Candidate Profile

This candidate is a highly experienced finance professional with a background in managing complex group consolidations, statutory reporting, and ERP implementations.

They have led finance teams through periods of transformation and strategic transactions, demonstrating strong leadership and technical accounting expertise.

Their experience spans multiple international jurisdictions, and they have consistently delivered improvements in financial reporting, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Skills & Expertise

⚪ Technical Skills: IFRS, FRS 102, UK GAAP, statutory consolidation, purchase price accounting, audit management
⚪ Systems & Tools: Netsuite, D365, Adaptive Workday, OneSource, Excel (advanced), PowerPoint.
⚪ Leadership: Team development, financial strategy, internal controls, stakeholder management
⚪ Sector Experience: Tech, renewable energy, professional services (Big Four), traditional accountancy

Key Achievements:
⚪ Built and led finance functions in private equity-backed environments
⚪ Delivered group consolidations across 160+ entities in 9 countries
⚪ Implemented ERP systems and reporting automation tools
⚪ Managed audits, tax compliance, and statutory reporting across multiple jurisdictions
⚪ Played a key role in strategic business transactions and cost rationalisation initiatives

Summary

A dynamic and technically proficient finance leader with a proven ability to manage complex financial operations across international and high-growth environments.

They bring a blend of strategic insight, operational excellence, and hands-on experience in both corporate and practice settings. Ideal for senior finance roles in fast-paced, evolving businesses.

Summary

A dynamic and technically proficient finance leader with a proven ability to manage complex financial operations across international and high-growth environments.

They bring a blend of strategic insight, operational excellence, and hands-on experience in both corporate and practice settings. Ideal for senior finance roles in fast-paced, evolving businesses.

Please get in touch to find out more about this candidate.

Name:

Daryl Harper

Phone:

07534 440221