Group Finance Controller

Employment: Full-time Work where work matters. We are a global technology group built for what's next, offering high calibre professionals the platform for high stakes work, the kind of work that defines an entire career. When you join us, you're not just taking on projects, you're solving problems that don't even have answers yet. You will join an exclusive roster of talent that global leaders, including Google, Snap, Diageo, PayPal, and Jaguar Land Rover call when deadlines seem impossible, when others have already tried and failed, and when the solution absolutely has to work.

 Forget routine consultancy. You will operate where technology, design, and human behaviour meet to deliver tangible outcomes, fast. This is work that leaves a mark, work you’ll be proud to tell your friends about. We are looking for a Group Finance Controller to lead group-level financial control, statutory reporting and consolidation across the business. You will ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Group’s financial reporting, maintain a robust control environment, and ensure compliance with relevant accounting and regulatory requirements. As a key partner to the CFO, you will lead the technical accounting function and play a critical role in ensuring the quality of the financial information that supports Board and investor decision-making. We look for people who embody: Innovation to solve the hardest problems. ‍ Accountability for every result. ‍ Integrity always. About The Role Own the group's month-end and year-end close process, ensuring timely, accurate consolidated financial statements Lead the preparation of statutory accounts and manage the external audit relationship across group entities Design and maintain a robust internal control framework, identifying and remediating control weaknesses Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g. IFRS/UK GAAP) and evolving regulatory requirements Partner with the CFO, FP&A and Group Tax consultants on technical accounting matters, acquisitions and financial policy Manage and develop a team of qualified and part-qualified accountants, building capability across the finance function Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes, systems and controls across a multi-entity, international group Coordinate the tax work across the Group to facilitate compliance and tax obligation sin a timely fashion Coordinate all Treasury requirements for the Group and weekly preparation of the cash-flow Oversee AR, AP, Payroll and Treasury This role is designed for impact, and we believe our best work happens when we connect. While we operate a flexible model, we expect you to spend regular quality time on site (at our offices or a client location) for collaboration sessions, customer meetings, and internal workshops. As a Qodea leader, you are expected to embody our leadership ethos. This involves supportive people management, shaping team direction, driving strategic team decisions, and actively championing our culture of innovation, accountability and integrity to enhance the employee experience and ensure team success. What Success Looks Like Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA) with demonstrable experience in a group financial control or reporting role Extensive experience preparing consolidated financial statements for a multi-entity, international group Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS/UK GAAP and their practical application Demonstrated experience managing external audit relationships and statutory reporting cycles Proven experience building and leading a finance team, with strong people management skills Excellent stakeholder management skills, able to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance leaders Desirable Experience (Optional): Experience in a private equity-backed or fast-growing technology business Experience with ERP/consolidation tools (e.g. NetSuite, OneStream, Hyperion) Exposure to M&A integration or due diligence processes Our Benefits We believe in supporting our team members both professionally and personally. Here's how we invest in you: Compensation and Financial Well-being Competitive base salary. Discretionary company bonus scheme. Employee referral scheme. Meal Vouchers. Health and Wellness Health Care Package. Life and Health Insurance. Work-Life Balance and Growth Bookster. 28 days of annual leave. Floating bank holidays. An extra paid day off on your birthday. Ten paid learning days per year. Flexible working hours. Sabbatical leave (after 5 years). Work from anywhere (up to 3 weeks per year). Industry-recognised training and certifications. Bonusly: employee recognition and rewards platform. Clear opportunities for career development. Length of Service Awards. Regular company events. Diversity and Inclusion At Beyond, we champion diversity and inclusion. We believe that a career in IT should be open to everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or neurotype. We value the unique talents and perspectives that each individual brings to our team, and we strive to create a fair and accessible hiring process for all.