Assistant Financial Controller

We are partnering with a well-established, international business to recruit an Assistant Financial Controller for a key role within their UK finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically strong and commercially aware finance professional to step into a pivotal position supporting a high-performing controllership team.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will play a central role in managing day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams including Commercial and Finance Operations, ensuring alignment with company policies while driving accurate, timely, and insightful financial information.

This is a hands-on role with real breadth, offering exposure to both technical accounting and commercial finance, with the opportunity to influence decision-making across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Financial Controller across month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, including journals, reconciliations, and P&L analysis
• Ensure balance sheet integrity and accurate financial reporting for internal and group stakeholders
• Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts and management reports
• Partner with commercial teams to ensure accuracy around sales rebates, promotions, and customer-related accounting
• Manage and support audit processes, liaising with internal and external auditors
• Oversee tax and VAT submissions and support compliance with relevant regulations
• Work closely with group functions on areas such as IFRS16 lease accounting and treasury (FX)
• Drive improvements in processes, controls, and reporting, ensuring alignment with SOX requirements
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes, providing meaningful financial insight

About You

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with at least 5 years’ experience
• Strong technical grounding with experience in financial reporting and controls
• Knowledge of US GAAP and SOX compliance is essential
• Confident communicator with the ability to partner across functions and influence stakeholders
• Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Strong systems skills (ERP and Excel) with a continuous improvement mindset

Why Apply?

• Broad, high-impact role with exposure to both technical and commercial finance
• Opportunity to work within a global, well-structured organisation
• Collaborative environment with strong cross-functional engagement
• Genuine scope to add value, improve processes, and develop your career

If you’re looking for a role that combines technical excellence with commercial exposure in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you.