We are seeking an experienced Group Financial Controller to be the operational backbone of the Finance team.
The role is responsible for keeping finance operations running smoothly across Accounts Payable, treasury, the full sales cycle, tax, payroll and statutory compliance. The position will lead month-end reporting, budgeting and cost control, coordinate the annual audit, and help modernise finance processes through automation and AI agents.
Key Responsibilities:
Own day-to-day finance operations including Accounts Payable, treasury, tax and payroll.
Own the full sales cycle including customer invoicing, usage reporting, deferred revenue, credit control and revenue reconciliation.
Oversee Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable bookkeeping across a multi-entity, multi-currency group using Xero and Spendesk.
Lead month-end close and monthly management reporting including KPIs.
Drive budgeting, variance analysis and cost control.
Support finance strategy, cash forecasting and business planning.
Implement automation and agentification of finance processes.
Coordinate and lead the annual financial audit.
Ensure statutory compliance across the group.
Provide financial analysis and insights for management decision-making.
Lead and coach finance team members.
Requirements:
Degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration (ADE) or equivalent.
Professional qualification such as ACCA is a strong plus.
5–10 years of total finance experience, including audit experience ideally at a Big 4 firm.
Experience owning month-end close, management reporting, budgeting and variance analysis.
Experience with multi-currency and multi-entity accounting.
Experience with treasury, tax, payroll and statutory compliance.
Process improvement and automation experience with interest in AI and agent-based tools.
Team management or coaching experience.
Data analysis and reporting experience.
Fast-paced startup or scale-up experience preferred.
Excellent written and spoken English.
Annual performance-based bonus
25 days paid time off plus local bank holidays
Flexible local bank holidays
Private health insurance
Flexible meal and transport remuneration
Relocation package to Barcelona
Top-notch work equipment
Free coffee, tea and snacks
Office breakfast and lunch vouchers
Regular social activities
Hybrid working schedule – 3 days office and 2 days home
Discounts for Kleta, WellHub and local restaurants
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