Contract Duration: 14 months (starting January 2025)

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Finance Controller to join our team on a 14-month contract as a maternity cover. This role offers the opportunity to manage the end-to-end finance processes across multiple entities and play a key part in our financial operations. You’ll work closely with the existing team during the handover period and support the transition.

About G&E Group:

G&E Group is a collective of Executive Search businesses successfully operating in international markets for almost a decade. We pride ourselves on our young, collaborative culture, where every team member is encouraged to grow, contribute ideas, and play an active role in our success.

At G&E, you’ll find a workplace that values learning, open communication, and shared achievements. We believe in investing in our people - your progression is our priority.

Please note, we are not able to provide visa sponsorship. You must have permanent right to work in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take the lead on monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and other adjustments
• Full balance sheet ownership with multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Manage HMRC reconciliations and ensure compliance with tax requirements
• Handle Invoice Finance facility reconciliations and intercompany reconciliations
• Take responsibility for finance system administration
• Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and on time
• Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting to support management decisions
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline financial operations

Candidate Requirements:

• Several years of experience in a finance/controller role, ideally across multiple entities
• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA) or in the final stages of qualification
• Strong technical skills in accounting, reconciliations, and reporting
• Comfortable taking ownership and working independently while collaborating with colleagues
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
• Strong communicator, able to explain complex financial information clearly

Why This Role Is Exciting:

• Autonomy & Impact: Take full ownership of multi-entity accounts and reconciliations
• Structured Handover: Support the transition before and after maternity leave return
• Hands-On Experience: Gain deep exposure to balance sheet management, VAT, and finance systems
• Collaborative Team: Work with a supportive finance team while driving improvements
• Career-Enhancing Contract: Perfect for candidates looking to strengthen multi-entity finance expertise
• Start: January 2026 (hybrid in Leeds city centre)
• Duration: 14 months (includes handover and return period)
• Salary TBD + benefits

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Finance and Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting