As a Financial Controller you will lead AVK's financial control, reporting and compliance functions, ensuring the accuracy, integrity and timeliness of financial information. The Financial Controller works in close partnership with the Head of Tax & Treasury and the Head of FP&A to deliver a cohesive finance function that supports both strategic planning and operational execution.

This role is responsible for delivering robust month-end and year-end processes, statutory and regulatory compliance, audit management, and the continual improvement of financial controls and systems to support AVK's growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Control & Reporting

• Lead monthly management accounts process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Own the integrity of the balance sheet and key reconciliations.
• Prepare and consolidate statutory financial statements under UK GAAP.
• Coordinate and manage the external audit process.
• Drive improvements in financial reporting, systems and processes, in conjunction with the Head of FP&A.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure full compliance with financial regulations (e.g. VAT, corporation tax, PAYE/NIC), working closely with the Head of Tax & Treasury.
• Maintain and develop the internal control framework, ensuring segregation of duties and risk mitigation.
• Prepare and submit financial returns, including Companies House, HMRC etc.
• Support the implementation of new accounting policies and internal controls.

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage and develop the financial accounting team, supporting their progression.
• Collaborate with the Head of FP&A to ensure consistent data and strong cross-functional communication.
• Act as a finance lead for system/process improvements across the business.

Project & System Support

• Support the integration of acquired businesses into group reporting and controls.
• Lead finance inputs on system upgrades (e.g. NetSuite, Proscope, PowerBI).
• Assist with capital expenditure reviews, lease accounting and other finance-led projects.

Requirements

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with post-qualification experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102) and financial reporting best practices.
• Experience managing audits and producing statutory accounts.
• Strong Excel, accounting systems (e.g. NetSuite), and reporting tools experience.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• Collaborative mindset, able to work effectively with Tax, Treasury, and FP&A leaders.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Performance Bonus
• 25 days annual leave + bank hols
• Birthday Off
• Pension Plan
• Hybrid working / Flexible working

AVK SEG does not discriminate on the race, colour, religion, sex, age, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.