Financial Controller

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a Financial Controller to join a high-growth, rocketship of a business with a phenomenal growth story. You will step in as the first finance hire at a pivotal moment, working closely with an exit-focused CFO advisor who will mentor you toward a Finance Director role as the business grows. We are looking for an ambitious, high-potential individual with the capability and drive to become a future CFO and play a key role in supporting the business through a successful exit.OverviewFast-growing international executive search powerhouse, scaling globally with ambitious plans, and a vibrant culture.We're an international executive search firm, just shy of 50 headcountThis firm attracts top-tier talent not only in sales - where our average annual consultant billings are £200K and the top performer billed over £2M in a single year - but across all operational functions. The team is composed of highly capable, intelligent individuals committed to excellence and growth. The company culture is vibrant, lively and professional with regular social events including monthly lunch clubs (Brigadiers, NED, Sushi Samba, Moshi Moshi) and annual international trips (Mexico, etc.)We originally opened with one legal brand in 2019, opened our financial services practice in 2021 and have since added our rapidly growing technology brand this year. GrowthOne of the fastest growing, high performance search firms globally.A consistent 33% CAGR for the past three years straight.We’re headquartered in London and we’re shortly opening up our first office in the States, in Miami. The long-term plan is to put in an EMI scheme, grow to £100m in revenue and exit.The RoleThis is a rare opportunity to be the sole in-house finance professional in a fast-growing, ambitious business, working alongside a highly capable outsourced finance team. You’ll be responsible for day-to-day finance operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and commission calculations, while also owning the analysis, commentary, and reporting that drives strategic decision-making.You will work directly with the CEO and department leads, providing insightful financial analysis, cashflow management, budgeting, and forecasting. You will also receive mentorship from a multiple-exit sector-specialist CFO, who is an advisor to the business, helping develop you into a future Finance Director.Management Reporting & AnalysisReview management accounts prepared by the outsourced team, providing insightful commentary, variance analysis, and KPIs.Prepare board packs with clear analysis for executive decision-making.Conduct departmental P&L analysis and provide actionable business insights.Forecasting & PlanningLead cashflow forecasting and monitor working capital.Prepare annual budgets and rolling forecasts, supporting scenario modeling.Partner with the CEO, COO and business heads to translate financial insights into strategy.Provide commercial insights to support growth initiatives, new revenue streams, and international expansion.Controls & ComplianceMaintain robust financial processes and controls in collaboration with outsourced providers.Ensure compliance with payroll, VAT, and other statutory requirements.Coordinate with external auditors and advisors as required.Finance OperationsManage day-to-day finance processes: AP, AR, payroll, and commission calculations.Ensure accurate execution of financial operations with outsourced providers handling preparation of management accounts.