Group Finance Director, Marcomms, Central London, Permanent, £120-130k
Immediately Available or short notice period only with experience in marcomms
Overview
A global marketing agency is seeking a Group Finance Director to lead financial control, reporting, and consolidation across multiple international entities. The role partners with senior stakeholders to enhance governance, improve processes, and support strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting & Consolidation
- Lead month-end close and group consolidation
- Deliver management reports (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) with analysis
- Maintain and improve reporting packs, KPIs, and dashboards
Audit & Compliance
- Lead year-end audit and manage external auditors
- Oversee statutory reporting across jurisdictions
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and controls
- Support tax and regulatory requirements
- Strengthen financial controls and balance sheet integrity
- Manage reconciliations and intercompany processes
- Identify and mitigate risks; improve policies
- Support cashflow forecasting and banking compliance
Business Partnering
- Provide financial insight to senior leadership
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives
Systems & Process Improvement
- Drive automation and improve reporting processes
- Ensure data integrity and support system enhancements
Leadership
- Lead and develop finance teams
- Promote financial discipline and best practices
Skills & Experience
- Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)
- Strong group reporting, consolidation, and audit experience
- Technical accounting expertise
- Advanced Excel and analytical skills
- Effective stakeholder communication
- Experience in professional services or multi-entity environments
- Exposure to international operations and finance systems
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