Average Financial Controller salary in East London

Financial Controller - Hospitality Sector Richmond, London (Hybrid) | Hospitality | Full-time Are you a qualified Finance Controller with a strong background in the hospitality sector? Do you thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments and bring a sharp eye for data and detail? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. We’re working with a well-established hospitality group based near Richmond, London, currently looking to appoint a hands-on and commercially minded Finance Controller to help steer the business through its next phase of growth. Key Responsibilities: Lead day-to-day financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, and reportingOwn month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timelinessSupport commercial decisions with meaningful financial insights and analysisWork closely with operational teams to optimise financial performanceOversee compliance, internal controls, and risk managementPresent financial reports to senior leadership and key stakeholders What We’re Looking For: Hospitality sector experience is essential (multi-site preferred)Fully qualified ACCA or CIMA (or equivalent)Excellent command of Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, financial modelling)Strong financial analysis, data manipulation, and reporting skillsComfortable working with large data sets and financial systems (e.g., Sage, Xero, or similar)Proactive, hands-on mindset with the ability to influence and challenge constructively What’s on Offer: Hybrid working (2-3 days in office near Richmond)Competitive salary + benefitsCycle to work schemeRegular company functions in remote locationsCollaborative, people-focused cultureOpportunity to make real impact in a growing, ambitious business Interested?Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion. We’re reviewing applications on a rolling basis.

Role: Financial Controller Sector: Executive Recruitment & Consultancy Permanent: Full Time: Initially full-time in the office London: Waterloo, London Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 DOE Ref: VisionFR 3186 VisionFR is excited to be working with a leading global professional services industry to find them a commercially minded Financial Controller. This role is hands on and is suited to someone who thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment and is comfortable operating across both high-level financial planning and day-to-day financial operations. The Financial Controller will play a key role as the business expands into US and Asia. The role is initially a sole role working both on transactions as well as strategic & commercial business partnering. Key Responsibilities of the Sole Role Financial Controller: Financial Leadership & Strategy Serve as the senior finance business partner to the leadership team, providing strategic insights to support decision-making.Lead the development and maintenance of robust financial planning and analysis (FP&A), including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial modelling.Support business growth initiatives, such as new service lines & international expansion (US and Asia) International ExpansionDevelop and implement financial frameworks to support the company’s growth into the US and Asia, including entity structuring, tax compliance, and intercompany accounting.Assess and manage currency, tax, and regulatory risks in new regions.Establish local financial reporting standards and consult with external advisors and partners in new jurisdictions.Support commercial pricing, market entry planning, and financial feasibility studies in each region. Financial Reporting & Compliance Oversee & drive all financial reporting, including monthly management accounts, board packs, and ad hoc reporting for stakeholders.Responsible for the Year End accounts & payroll, statutory requirements and liaising with external auditors along with P11D submission.Ensure timely and accurate statutory reporting, liaising with external accountants, auditors, and tax advisors.Maintain and improve internal controls and ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations. Cash Flow & Treasury Management Monitor and proactively manage the company’s cash position and working capital needs.Lead on debt collection, credit control, supplier payments, and bank relationship management. Operational Finance Preparation of payroll, commission statements, expenses, invoicing, and reconciliation processes.Lead on forecasting & reporting on this to senior leadershipReview and optimise the use of finance systems, tools, and integrations (current system Xero).Maintain up-to-date financial policies, procedures, and documentation. Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement Partner with senior leadership & practice leads to manage budgets and track performance against KPIs.Present financial updates and insights to the executive team & at board/company meetingsWhere applicable, manage and develop a small finance support team or outsourced partners. Financial Controller - Key Skills, Experience and Attributes: Fully or finanlist qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role within a services business; experience in recruitment/consulting is highly desirable.Highly proactive with strong commercial acumen and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret financial data into actionable insights.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing nonfinance stakeholders. Able to engage with senior level internal stakeholders.Hands-on approach, comfortable balancing strategic input with day-to-day operational tasks.Tech-savvy, with experience implementing or optimising accounting and reporting systems.Experience supporting international expansion or working across multiple geographies (particularly US and/or Asia).Familiarity with international billing, entity setup, multi-currency accounting, and transfer pricing.Experience in a fast-growing SME or scale-up environment.Professional services &/or executive search experience. VisionFR is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, inclusion and eliminating unlawful discrimination within our workforce and whilst fulfilling our Client recruitment needs. Due to the high level of applications being received if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion, usually due to other candidates having more relevant sector exposure, qualifications or required skills. We thank you for your interest.

The Role: Group Financial Controller The Company: Private Markets Secondary Placement firm The Location: City of London The Opportunity: Global boutique Secondaries firm is looking to take on a strong Group Financial Controller to report into the Head of Finance. Broad role covering predominantly core finance with some oversight of the funds piece. The Responsibilities: Preparation of consolidated statutory accounts and management of year-end auditTransfer pricing and other group tax considerationsFinancial control reportingGroup cash flow forecastOversight of co-investment vehicle - administration and preparation of accounts, tax and loan schemeDevelop and maintain group accounting policies and proceduresAutomation of accounts consolidation and reporting using technologySupport strategic projects and other ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as required The Requirements: Qualified Accountant with over 6 Years Post Qualified ExperienceWell versed in Financial Services / Funds industryExperienced in senior leadership collaborating with stakeholders across the businessAdvanced Excel and Modelling skillsTechnically strong We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit https://privacy and https://en/privacy-policy-1 for our privacy policy.