Financial Controller

Role Overview

• Producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including P&L accounts, cash flows, balance sheet as well as KPI reporting and insightful variance analysis and commentaries
• Responsible for all group reporting requirements ensuring accuracy and timeliness of monthly submissions and ad hoc requests
• Partner with the business leadership team to deliver clear, actionable, financial insight to support decision making
• Partner with operational managers to drive KPI excellence and improve overall business performance
• Overseeing the preparation of year end statutory financial statements
• Lead the annual budgeting process and business planning processes, including ongoing monitoring and forecasting
• Providing commercial insight on the financial impact of strategic decisions
• Overseeing day-to-day finance operations, including reconciliations, expenses, VAT, and payables/receivables
• Collaborating with the Group Head of Financial Planning & Analysis to align reporting and strategy
• Enhancing financial systems, controls, and processes to improve efficiency and scalability
• Monitoring and controlling costs to ensure alignment with budgets and business objectives
• Supporting financial integration and reporting for acquisitions and mergers

Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience
• Experience working within a small or growing finance team, with the ability to support scale and development
• Professional services experience preferable
• Strong expertise in financial planning and analysis
• Advanced Excel skills and high levels of IT literacy
• Confidence in using data and technology to assess performance, manage risk, and support decision-making
• A continuous improvement mindset with a passion for problem-solving
• Experience with Power BI (desirable)

Benefits

• At Sumer, we know everyone’s journey is different. That’s why we’re committed to fairness, removing barriers and giving people the support they need to do their best work. If you need any support during the hiring process, just let us know.
• Our values represent what matters most to us and guide how we work every day:
• We Shine Together
• We Do the Right Thing
• We Make It Count
• We know diverse teams make us stronger. That’s why we’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs and differences are valued and celebrated.