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Financial Controller

Dartford, Kent

Financial Controller

  1. Permanent
£70,000 - £85,000 per annum
KD2876

Dartford, Kent

The details

Financial Controller

Reporting to: CFO

Overview

This is an opportunity for an experienced and dynamic finance professional to join a fast-growing, international organisation operating in a creative, project-led environment.

The business works with some of the biggest, globally recognised names in entertainment and is focused on ambitious long-term expansion.

The role offers exposure to a dynamic setting with strong career development potential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with senior leadership to provide analysis on performance, pricing, and project profitability.
  • Manage and develop the finance team with two direct reports - ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and high performance.
  • Enhance financial systems and processes to support scalability and consistency across locations.
  • Lead month-end and year-end processes
  • Oversee statutory reporting, audits, tax, and insurance requirements across multiple jurisdictions
  • Manage cash flow, working capital, and payment processes

Skills & Experience

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
  • Previous experience in a senior finance or Financial Controller position
  • Experience within an international, project-based environment is highly desirable
  • Proficient with modern accounting systems and advanced Excel
  • High attention to detail and ability to collaborate across time zones
  • Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving business

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