Financial Controller

Sokin

. Manage EMEA entities and ensure timely month-end close, targeting Working Day 6 .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial accounting principles, including UK GAAP and IFRS, with a strong focus on automating finance processes and managing multi-currency, multi-entity consolidations. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance financial reporting and compliance in a fast-paced international environment.

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Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA / ACA / ACCA)Automation of Finance ProcessesUK GAAP and IFRS ReportingAdvanced Excel SkillsERP Systems Exposure (NetSuite Preferred)

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Hard Skills

Financial Accounting PrinciplesMulti-Currency ConsolidationsStatutory ReportingData ManipulationFinancial Statement PreparationAudit PreparationBudgeting and ForecastingRegulatory Capital ReportingJournal Entry ReviewGeneral Ledger Reconciliation

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailAnalytical ThinkingProblem-Solving SkillsStrong Communication SkillsOrganisational Skills

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsNetSuiteAI-Native Finance Workstreams

Certifications & Qualifications

Chartered Accountant (CA / ACA / ACCA)

Industry Keywords

EMEA Tax RegulationsVAT ComplianceCorporate AccountingFinancial ControlsStatutory Filings

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage EMEA entities and ensure timely month-end close, targeting Working Day 6
Prepare accurate financial statements, including UK Group accounts under UK GAAP and IFRS
Drive automation of finance processes across EMEA entities and the wider group
Design and implement AI-native finance workstreams with a roadmap toward 2027 implementation
Partner with shared services and technology teams to embed automation into month-end, reconciliations, and reporting
Review journal entries and ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and on time
Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, including accruals, prepayments, intercompany balances, multi-currency positions, and fixed assets
Own multi-currency, multi-entity EMEA consolidations
Prepare monthly management accounts and assist with statutory financial statements
Contribute to regulatory capital reporting and related regulatory returns
Assist with VAT, corporation tax, payroll, and other statutory filings across EMEA jurisdictions
Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation and respond to auditor queries
Maintain and improve scalable financial controls
Support budgeting and forecasting with accurate historical information
Identify opportunities to streamline and automate finance processes
Collaborate with finance, risk, operations, and shared services teams
Report directly to the Finance Director

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA / ACA / ACCA) with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience (PQE)
Demonstrable track record of automating manual finance or accounting processes
Genuine interest in utilising technology hands-on, including designing and implementing AI-native finance workstreams
Strong systems orientation and exposure to ERP systems; NetSuite preferred
Background in business services, audit, or corporate accounting
Strong understanding of financial accounting principles, statutory reporting under UK GAAP and IFRS, multi-currency multi-entity consolidations, and control frameworks
Experience preparing or assisting with consolidated accounts and management reporting in a multi-entity environment
Working knowledge or exposure to EMEA tax and accounting regulations, including VAT and relevant local standards, is advantageous
Advanced Excel skills, including data manipulation and analysis
Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills and ability to partner across global functions and make decisions at speed
Proactive, organised, and able to work independently in a fast-paced, international environment
Right to work in the jurisdiction where the candidate will work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive work environment
Agility and flexibility in working culture
Inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential
Collaborative environment
Opportunity to work with AI-powered finance transformation and automation
Opportunity to contribute to a high-growth global business
Reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process