Financial Controller
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About the Role
Harper May is partnering with a rapidly growing data centre group that is seeking a commercially focused Financial Controller to lead its finance operations. With significant infrastructure investment and a fast-scaling footprint, the business requires a hands-on finance leader to drive financial control, reporting, and process improvement across the group.
Role Overview:
As Financial Controller, you will oversee all aspects of day-to-day finance operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across multiple entities. Reporting to the CFO, this role will play a critical part in supporting the group’s continued growth and operational development.
Key Responsibilities:
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Oversee monthly management accounts, group consolidations, and reporting to senior leadership
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Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning processes
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Maintain robust internal controls and ensure compliance with statutory obligations
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Manage audit preparation, liaise with external advisors, and ensure accurate year-end reporting
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Own balance sheet management, revenue recognition, and financial reconciliations
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Partner with operational and technical teams to align finance with business strategy
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Lead improvements in systems, processes, and reporting tools as the business scales
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Support debt and capital reporting, including project-based finance where required
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Mentor and manage a small finance team, promoting a culture of accountability and performance
Key Requirements:
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ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with significant post-qualified experience
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Strong technical background in financial reporting, controls, and consolidations
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Experience in infrastructure, data centres, technology, or capital-intensive sectors is highly desirable
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Strong commercial awareness and ability to partner with operational teams
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Systems-savvy with excellent Excel skills and experience with accounting platforms
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Hands-on and detail-oriented with a strategic mindset