Group Financial Controller

BLAST

. Lead BLAST's global Financial Control function, focusing on technical accounting, Group financial reporting, tax governance and the financial control environment across international operations .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong technical accounting expertise, including IFRS implementation, consolidation, and statutory reporting, while effectively managing financial control across international operations. Proven ability to enhance accounting processes and compliance, alongside leadership in financial governance and team development.

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Qualified ACA, ACCA, CPATechnical Accounting ExpertiseIFRS Implementation ExperienceGroup Financial Control ManagementTax Governance and Compliance

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Hard Skills

ConsolidationRevenue RecognitionStatutory ReportingComplex Accounting JudgmentsFinancial Control FrameworksAccounts Payable ManagementAccounts Receivable ManagementBalance Sheet GovernanceFinancial ReportingERP Implementation

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsStakeholder ManagementAttention to DetailIndependent Work

Certifications & Qualifications

ACAACCACPA

Industry Keywords

International OperationsCorporate TaxVATTransfer PricingExternal AuditsFinancial ControlHigh-Growth BusinessAcquisition AccountingMediaEntertainment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead BLAST's global Financial Control function, focusing on technical accounting, Group financial reporting, tax governance and the financial control environment across international operations
Own Group technical accounting policies, standards and complex accounting judgments
Lead Group consolidation and month-end, quarter-end and year-end financial reporting across all entities
Ensure consistent accounting treatment for revenue recognition, intercompany transactions, foreign currency and complex commercial arrangements
Lead accounting workstreams for BLAST's IFRS readiness programme
Prepare and review technical accounting papers and partner with FP&A
Manage Group tax governance and compliance, including corporate tax, VAT, transfer pricing and international tax obligations
Review external tax advice, identify tax risks and support international expansion and corporate transactions
Manage financial control across legal entities and jurisdictions
Maintain internal controls, accounting standards, balance sheet governance, reconciliations and accurate financial records
Lead statutory reporting and external audits
Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including supplier payments, customer invoicing, collections and credit control
Improve purchase-to-pay and order-to-cash processes through automation and efficiency
Lead accounting and control workstreams for ERP implementation
Support fundraising, acquisitions, investor due diligence, lender reporting, acquisition accounting and post-acquisition integration
Manage and develop the Financial Control team, including Group Accounting, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Act as the principal day-to-day technical accounting resource and promote continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualified ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent
Significant experience in Group Financial Control or technical accounting within an international, multi-entity organisation
Strong technical accounting expertise, including consolidation, revenue recognition, complex accounting judgments and statutory reporting
Strong working knowledge of IFRS, with experience in IFRS implementation, conversion or technical accounting projects
Good understanding of corporate tax, VAT, transfer pricing and international tax matters, with the ability to work effectively with and challenge external tax advisers
Experience managing external audits, statutory reporting and financial control frameworks
Experience overseeing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and balance sheet governance
Proven ability to improve accounting processes, controls and reporting quality
Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills
Hands-on approach, attention to detail and ability to work independently on complex accounting matters
Big Four or equivalent accounting firm background, ideally with technical accounting or audit experience
Experience in an international, high-growth or acquisitive business
Fundraising, investor due diligence or acquisition accounting experience
ERP implementation or Finance systems transformation
Experience within media, entertainment, gaming, technology or another international project-led business
Experience managing tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions alongside external advisers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary package
Enhanced parental leave
Pension and Health Insurance
Awesome central office in the centre of London
Team building and social events
Team breakfasts, snacks and sodas
Company trips (March 2026 we all went to Berlin and had a BLAST)