Equity FC Jobs
We are a specialist consultancy only sourcing financial controllers into entrepreneurial businesses. We are different from all other recruiters at this level as rather than focus on a sector or geography (national or international), we concentrate on the type of individual first and foremost.
We only look to work with controllers who are seeking truly challenging, 'head above the parapet' roles, and who have a real desire to be involved in building their company's success.
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Management Accountant ref: JMRM
Our client is a market leading, private equity backed, b2b services organisation working with an international, blue chip client base. Due to recent growth they now seek a Management Accountant to join their finance team reporting directly into the Financial Controller.
Salary: tO £55,000 per annum plus benefits
Location: Central London
Main duties will include; preparation of the monthly board pack (including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and MI reporting), assisting in the budgetary and forecasting process, calculating and processing month end journals, dealing with tax issues, providing commentary on trading performance and managing a small team (3 direct reports).
You will be a qualified accountant with a track record of delivering robust financial controls and processes in dynamic, fast-paced businesses. You will be technically strong yet able and willing to contribute at a commercial level, proving high level financial support to the ongoing growth of the business. Ideally you will come from a services background and have prior experience of working within a private equity backed business, although this is not a pre-requisite. Ultimately you will be looking to progress your career in an entrepreneurial organisation in a highly visible role.
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Group Accountant ref: JMCM
Our client is a rapidly growing, private equity backed technology business seeking to recruit a Group Accountant in a highly visible role within their UK head office.
Salary: To £55,000 per annum plus benefits
Location: Reading
Key responsibilities will include; management of financial processes and controls across the Group, managing the monthly group consolidation, internal audit review of group subsidiaries, producing the monthly group reporting pack and implementation and ongoing development of a new ERP accounting system.
This is an extremely high profile position within a successful, ambitious finance team. The group accountant will play a key role in developing and maintaining a robust finance function with effective controls and processes. You will also be expected to deliver a range of ad hoc commercial projects aimed at managing change during a period of sustained and rapid growth.
This role will suit an ambitious, technically strong yet commercially driven accountant who is looking to play a major role in an entrepreneurial organisation. You will be looking to further your career within a market leading international business and will have the drive and enthusiasm to deliver within a fast-paced, pressurised environment.
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Financial Controller ref: JMTB
Our client is an early stage, VC backed, high-tech software business, currently seeking a Financial Controller to help build a finance function to allow rapid international expansion.
Salary: To £55,000 per annum plus benefits
Location: Central London
Having just secured significant investor funding the business is in a strong position to carry out its growth strategy. The Financial Controller will play a key part in building, implementing and maintaining financial controls and processes. They will also be required to contribute to commercial and strategic projects alongside the MD.
This role would appeal to an ambitious, entrepreneurial accountant looking for a high visibility role in a small business. You must be technically strong yet able to operate confidently outside of core finance and engage with the rest of the business. It would potentially suit someone leaving the profession, looking for their first line finance role in a business that would give breadth and variety.
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Financial Controller ref: JMAJ
Our client is a high-growth, private equity backed Services business currently seeking a Financial Controller to work closely with the Group Financial Controller and Group Finance Director.
Salary: To £60,000 per annum plus benefits
Location: South London
Responsibilities will include; management of a team of 4, consolidated monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, balance sheet and control reconciliations, financial reporting, preparation of year-end audit files, financial system improvements and ad hoc work regarding new acquisitions.
This is a highly visible role in a successful business experiencing ongoing organic and acquisitive growth. You will be a qualified accountant (ACA or equivalent with first time passes) with excellent technical finance skills. You will be a strong communicator and be able to build working relationships with people from a finance and non-finance background. You will have an understanding of UK GAAP, experiencing of managing a team and excellent Excel and general IT skills. Most importantly, you will be looking to further your career in an entrepreneurial environment in an extremely ‘hands on’ finance role.
This role would potentially suit someone looking to make their first move out of the profession seeking a broad role encompassing both technical and commercial finance.
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Financial Controller ref: JMMPD
Our client is a profitable, VC backed IT managed services business. As a result of sustained growth and recent changes within finance they are now seeking to recruit a Financial Controller to work closely with and report directly into the CEO.
Salary: To £65,000 per annum plus benefits
Location: Thames Valley
The Financial Controller will take ownership of core finance with a specific focus on developing the quality of commercial information to support strategic decisions. Day to day duties will include; The daily operation of the finance function, leading on all technical finance issues, production of the statutory accounts (under UK GAAP), delivering the annual budget, management of the billing function, treasury and payroll.
You will be an entrepreneurial, commercially driven Financial Controller looking to step up to a no. 1 finance role in a small but growing business. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to build effective working relationships with finance and non-finance colleagues.
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Group Financial Controller ref: JYNO
Our client is a high growth, international, PE backed technology business which is now the market leader in its field.
Salary: £85,000 plus bonus & equity
Location: Reading
They are looking to recruit a commercial Financial Controller who will be responsible for the day to day management of the finance function of the group and for developing the finance systems being used by the business. You will be responsible for the management and production of all financial information and for managing a team of 18 with 4 direct reports. Key duties will include:
- Monthly Management Accounts, including P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow.
- Group Cash Flow Statements
- Annual Budgets
- KPIs and Dashboard Data
- Production of Statutory Accounts including Group Consolidated Accounts.
- Treasury management
You will be a Qualified Accountant who is technically strong whilst also having extensive international experience. This is a fast paced business this role offers a high level of visibility both with senior management and with banks/ investors. Previous experience of working in a Private Equity backed business is advantageous as is experience of working in a technology/ digital business.
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Financial Controller ref: JYFO
Our client is a substantial high growth, privately owned multi-site business that is now looking to recruit an exceptional Financial Controller for their largest subsidiary.
Salary: £80,000 plus benefits
Location: Birmingham
The role is newly created and will be a highly visible role across the business. The new Financial Controller will be expected to develop a robust and challenging relationship with the CEO founded upon a mutual interest to push the business forward. The role has responsibility for all aspects of the operation’s finance and whilst directly supported by a small team the FD will be expected to develop a close working relationship with the wider group’s central finance function and become the ‘finance partner’ to the operations team.
The successful candidate will have previous experience of managing the finance function in a group/divisional role, likely to be in a business with a turnover of £200m plus. They will need to be able to demonstrate real success in managing and supporting growth and will possess excellent interpersonal and presentation skills and the ability to represent the business both internally and externally.
This is an exciting role, presenting an exceptional opportunity for a self-motivated, outgoing and driven candidate to take his/her career forward in a fast paced, highly commercial environment.
Candidates must be qualified accountants with demonstrable experience of working in a dynamic, multi-site environment, ideally with exposure to high level contract negotiations. Advanced modelling and analysis skills will also be a requirement.
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Commerical Financial Controller ref: JYSC
Our client is a high growth, PE backed, retail business located on the South Coast.
Salary: £80,000 plus excellent package and possible equity
Location: Thames Valley
They are now looking to recruit an exceptional Financial Controller to work closely with a highly driven management team. This is a commercial FC role managing and controlling all business reporting and commercial analysis of the group’s operations. Managing a team of 10 and reporting directly to the FD there will also be a strong focus on supporting the retail and merchandising directors. You will be heavily involved in appraising new store openings, trading forecasts, internal reporting and longer range strategic planning. This is a highly visible role both internally and with external stakeholders and you will need to be comfortable deputising for the FD where necessary. It is likely you will have had gained experience working in a fast paced multi-site business previously and will now be looking for an opportunity to become a key member of a senior management team in another high-growth business.
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Head of Finance ref: JYWA
Our client is a high growth private equity backed technology business and they are now looking to recruit an exceptional Head of Finance
Salary: £80,000 - £100,000
Location: West Londono
Main duties and responsibilities include:
· Managing a team of 11.
· Management of the finance, payroll and administration department.
· Responsible for accurate and timely reporting of monthly management accounts and forecasts, identifying the key business drivers.
· Preparation of the monthly Board Pack for Director review
· Provision of information as required by external stakeholders including private equity firms and banks.
This is a fast paced entrepreneurial business and you will be working with a highly driven management team. It is likely you will be ACA qualified (or equivalent) and ideally you will have had experience of working in the software/ technology industries. Experience of corporate finance and some exposure to Private Equity would be advantageous.
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Group Financial Controller ref: JYCH
Our client is an international, fast moving business services/media group. The business is now looking to recruit a Group Financial Controller to work closely with the Group FD and an extremely driven management team.
Salary: £100,000 - £120,000
Location: Surrey
You will be responsible for the production of high quality financial information and will feel comfortable working in a fast paced environment where a key component of the role is providing the Group CFO/ CEO with timely insights. Experience of working in a complex regulatory environment is essential as is a high level of commercial acumen. It is likely you will have at least five years experience in a substantial business (possible FTSE 250) and will be looking for a role that will provide a high level of visibility in a truly dynamic growth business.
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Group Financial Controller ref: JYRP
My client is a market leading business services group. The business is now looking to recruit a Group Financial Controller to work closely with the FD and an extremely driven management team.
Salary: £100,000 - £120,000
Location: Surrey
You will be responsible for the production of high quality financial information and will feel comfortable managing a team of between 15-20. Experience of working in a complex regulatory environment is essential as is a high level of commercial acumen. It is likely you will have at least five years experience in a leading accountancy firm or FTSE 250 business and will be looking for a role that will provide a high level of visibility in a high growth business.
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Financial Controller ref: JMAL
Our client is leading a revolution in the global marketing services space. With a unique business model and advanced technology, together with high profile investors and management they are on of the growth companies of the moment
Salary: To £50,000
Location: West London
They are now looking to go to the next phase and are adding a new Financial Controller to the team. This is a key hire requiring an outstanding individual who can share the vision, is excited by the exponential growth of the business and is able to operate on a standalone finance basis. The role will be all encompassing and will require a candidate able to function at both hands on level on a day-to-day basis whilst also ensuring that the management information tools, processes and controls are developed to support and inform the rapid growth anticipated.
This is an exceptionally rare opportunity for an exceptional and rare talent providing the right candidate with the scope to fully contribute their financial and commercial expertise in a game-changing environment.
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Group Financial Controller ref: RDEE
Our client is a fast growing, privately owned business services group and they are now looking to recruit a forward looking Group Financial Controller to develop their finance team based in Reading.
Salary: £65,000- £70,000 plus car plus benefits
Location: Reading
The business is looking to continue to grow significantly in the next five years and the Group FC will need to have the ambition and commercial drive to develop this role in a fast paced environment. Key responsibilities will include:
* control of all Group company balance sheets, audit and production of timely, accurate accounts
* implementation of excellent financial controls/ procedures
* leadership and development of the finance, tax and treasury teams
You will be ACA qualified (or equivalent) and technically strong with experience of preparing accounts to UK GAAP and IFRS standards. You should have experience of senior staff management, excellent interpersonal skills and a history of influencing senior management. Knowledge of Tax and Treasury is required. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly driven management team and to really contribute to the businesses development. Excellent benefits.
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Senior Financial Analyst ref: JMIJ
Our client is a market leader in the business services sector. Due to a recent change in strategy they are seeking to recruit a senior financial analyst to join the largest division in the group, providing support to senior management in implementing the business plan.
Salary: To £70,000 per annum plus excellent benefits
Location: Thames Valley
Key responsibilities will include; management reporting, planning and analysis, developing business plans, budgets and forecasts, delivering year end results, improving the quality and flow of management information, strengthening financial controls, monitoring capital expenditure cash flow and supporting various change projects.
This is a high profile role and a critical hire for the business. You will be a qualified accountant with a track record of providing commercial and strategic expertise within an organisation going through change. You will have excellent communication, reporting and analytical skills. You will be highly driven and be able to either work on your own initiative or as part of a team. You will have recent demonstrable experience setting up new reporting and analytical processes and have the ability to work on and deliver multiple commercial projects.
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Financial Controller ref: Financial Controller
Our client is a private equity backed business services company seeking to recruit a financial controller to join them in a highly visible role following a period of ongoing growth and change. Key role is to assist the FD in the setting up and running of the Finance Department.
Salary: Circa £50 - 55k per annum plus benefits and potential equity
Location: Bristol
Key responsibilities will include; scoping and implementation of new ERP system, management of daily financial processes and controls, monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, balance sheet and control reconciliations, financial reporting, tax, payroll, preparation of forecasts, assisting the FD with strategic planningand other ad hoc project work supporting the finance director.
This is an extremely high profile position with direct reporting to the Board and PE backer.. The financial controller will play a key role in developing and maintaining a robust finance function with effective controls and processes. You will also be expected to deliver a range of ad hoc commercial projects aimed at managing change during a period of significant change for the business.
This role will suit an ambitious, technically strong yet commercially driven accountant who is looking to play a major role in an entrepreneurial organisation. You will be looking to further your career within an entrepreneurial business and will have the drive and enthusiasm to deliver within a fast-paced, pressurised environment.
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Financial Controller ref: JMCPF
Our client is a high-growth, privately owned retail business currently seeking a Head of Finance to work alongside the management team.
Salary: To £65,000 per annum - total cash package
Location: London
Responsibilities will include; management of a small team, monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, balance sheet and control reconciliations, financial reporting, preparation of year-end audit files, financial system improvements and contributing to the ongoing growth and strategic direction of the business.
This is a highly visible role in an entrepreneurial organisation experiencing rapid expansion. You will be a qualified accountant with excellent technical and commercial finance skills. You will be a strong communicator and be able to build working relationships with people from a finance and non-finance background. You will have excellent systems skills and be able to operate outside of traditional finance by managing and delivering a range of operational and commercial projects. Most importantly, you will be looking to further your career in an entrepreneurial environment in an extremely ‘hands on’ finance role.
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Financial Controller ref: JMMLV
Our client is a private equity backed manufacturing business seeking to recruit a financial controller to join them in a highly visible role following a period of ongoing growth and change. Key role is to assist the FD in the setting up and running of the Finance Department.
Salary: Circa £50 - 55,000 per annum plus benefits and potential equity
Location: Bristol
Key responsibilities will include; scoping and implementation of new ERP system, management of daily financial processes and controls, monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, balance sheet and control reconciliations, financial reporting, tax, payroll, preparation of forecasts, assisting the FD with strategic planningand other ad hoc project work supporting the finance director.
This is an extremely high profile position with direct reporting to the Board and PE backer.. The financial controller will play a key role in developing and maintaining a robust finance function with effective controls and processes. You will also be expected to deliver a range of ad hoc commercial projects aimed at managing change during a period of significant change for the business.
This role will suit an ambitious, technically strong yet commercially driven accountant who is looking to play a major role in an entrepreneurial organisation. You will be looking to further your career within an entrepreneurial business and will have the drive and enthusiasm to deliver within a fast-paced, pressurised environment.
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Group Accountant ref: JMCM
Our client is a rapidly growing, private equity backed technology business seeking to recruit a Group Accountant in a highly visible role within their UK head office.
Salary: To £55,000 per annum plus benefits
Location: Reading
Key responsibilities will include; management of financial processes and controls across the Group, managing the monthly group consolidation, internal audit review of group subsidiaries, producing the monthly group reporting pack and implementation and ongoing development of a new ERP accounting system.
This is an extremely high profile position within a successful, ambitious finance team. The group accountant will play a key role in developing and maintaining a robust finance function with effective controls and processes. You will also be expected to deliver a range of ad hoc commercial projects aimed at managing change during a period of sustained and rapid growth.
This role will suit an ambitious, technically strong yet commercially driven accountant who is looking to play a major role in an entrepreneurial organisation. You will be looking to further your career within a market leading international business and will have the drive and enthusiasm to deliver within a fast-paced, pressurised environment.
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Finance Manager ref: JMRR
Our client is a privately owned Retail business looking to recruit a no. 2 in Finance to working closely with management whilst supervising a rapidly growing finance team
Salary: To £55k plus benefits
Location: North London
Our client is a privately owned Retail business looking to recruit a no. 2 in Finance to working closely with management whilst supervising a rapidly growing finance team.
Key duties will include; the production of management and financial reports on a month and annual basis, month end analysis, weekly cashflow management, stock control, overview of the audit process, general improvement of financial controls and processes, payroll and other ad hoc projects.
You will be a qualified accountant with excellent commercial and technical finance experience. You will have retail experience and idan understanding of supply chain (landed cost, product costing, etc). You will have the ability to communicate with non-finance colleagues on a regular basis, have excellent systems skills and be highly commercial.
This is an opportunity to develop within a fast growing business with a strong brand, varied sales channels and future international expansion.
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Head of Finance / Financial Controller ref: RDJK
Our client is a high growth, entrepreneurial property developer now seeking a first rate Financial Controller to work with an experienced and driven management team.
Salary: £65,000 - £85,000
Location: London
As the lead role within finance you will be responsible for developing reporting functions to cover operational sites, those under development and the on-going portfolio expansion activities whilst also being responsible for designing the accounting and reporting function. As a fully qualified accountant with strong modelling and presentation skills, you will need to be able to undertake detailed analytical reviews to understand the key drivers of the different elements of the business with particular reference to the development of routine reporting. Other core duties will involve working capital management, budgeting and forecasting, financial analysis and planning together with governance. You will be motivated by the opportunity to play a key role in the business and confident that you will be able to make a material contribution from day one. You will be seeking a reward which will be commensurate with the value you help to create.
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Financial Controller ref: RDCI
Our client is a high growth, privately owned renewables business based in the northern home counties. The business is now looking to recruit a Financial Controller who will be an important member of this highly driven management team.
Salary: £70k plus benefits
Location: Northern Home Counties
You will have full responsibility for finance including the development and maintenance of rigorous financial controls and reporting processes. Managing a small team you will act as a key decision support for the business from a commercial and financial basis and you will be responsible for ensuring transparency of business performance through forecasts, MI, management accounts and KPI reporting. You will need to be happy to get involved at all levels from AP and AR through to strategic business initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial business with excellent prospects.