This is a critical role responsible for the comprehensive management, reporting, and analysis of the Group's non-headcount costs.
Reporting to the Group Financial Controller and managing a team of regional Finance Managers.
The successful candidate will own the cost P&L, ensure statutory and audit compliance, and drive process improvements across the finance and reporting team.
Take full ownership of the Group's P&L statements from a non-headcount cost perspective.
Perform and present detailed P&L analysis, including Month-on-Month, Year-on-Year, and Budget vs. Actual variance reporting.
Prepare and deliver insightful MI packs with clear commentary to support strategic business decisions.
Manage the end-to-end month-end close process for all non-headcount cost areas across the Group.
Oversee the timely and accurate delivery of all statutory responsibilities for Group entities.
Serve as a key resource for the finance team, providing support and guidance on technical accounting matters.
Manage, mentor, and develop a team of regional Finance Managers.
Act as a key financial partner to stakeholders across the business, providing guidance and support on all aspects of non-headcount cost management.

Fully qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
Currently performing at a Controller, Assistant Controller, or experienced Finance Manager level.
Essential demonstrable experience working within a fast-paced, high-growth, scaling company and effecting process change across financial processes (sector agnostic).
Proven leadership and team management experience with a genuine passion for developing talent.
Strong technical accounting knowledge and a thorough understanding of financial controls and compliance.
Experience with multi-entity and intercompany accounting is required; familiarity with transfer pricing is highly desirable.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to senior stakeholders.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential.
Direct experience with NetSuite is highly desirable.
Familiarity with the following systems would be a significant advantage: Financial Close: FloQast; FP&A / Reporting: DataRails; T&E / Spend Management: Expensify, Navan

💰 Competitive salary & company bonus
🏥 Private healthcare, life insurance & income protection
🚴 CycleScheme & TechScheme
🧘 Free Calm app subscription (#1 app for meditation, relaxation & sleep)
💼 Pension scheme with 6% company contribution (when you contribute 3%)
🌴 25 days annual leave (plus the option to buy up to 5 extra days) + your birthday off!
📈 Ongoing personal development opportunities
🏢 WeWork office space & company-wide socials

Cost Controller

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