Global Financial Controller

FPC Global are the world's leading digital building experts, we offer full-service integrated technology consultancy and professional services to the built environment.
 

We partner with clients to improve asset performance, operational efficiency, sustainability outcomes, and digital maturity across complex portfolios.

We are seeking a Group Financial Controller to serve as a key strategic partner to the Global CFO, playing a critical role in advancing our finance transformation agenda. This is a broad, hands-on role—ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments and enjoys solving complex, evolving challenges.

You will lead the implementation of scalable financial systems and processes, elevate reporting standards, and act as a true business partner to drive insight-led performance. Your broad financial acumen, systems expertise, and collaborative approach will be essential as we establish a high-performing finance function aligned to the FPC Group's strategic objectives.

As part of a lean but growing team, you’ll work cross-functionally with senior leadership, operational stakeholders, and external advisors. The role demands adaptability, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to balance strategic oversight with hands-on execution. Building trust, communicating with clarity, and operating with both rigour and agility will be key to success.

Key Responsibilities:

You will be accountable for a broad range of high-impact responsibilities, including:

• Finance Transformation – Drive process and structural improvements to support our group-wide transformation and growth ambitions.

• Systems Implementation – Lead the rollout and optimisation of Deltek, ensuring scalability, accuracy, and efficiency.

• Financial Control & Reporting – Deliver timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting (monthly, quarterly, annual), aligned with internal policies and statutory obligations, alongside our external accountants.

• Business Partnering – Build strong relationships with Pillar Project teams to support strategic decision-making and deliver actionable financial insights.

• Operational Finance Leadership – Oversee core financial functions, including reconciliations, payables, receivables, general ledger, and cash management.

• Budgeting & Forecasting – Support annual and rolling forecast processes, scenario planning, and performance reporting in partnership with the Global Head of Finance.

Strategic Projects – Contribute to cross-functional initiatives, such as financial modelling, cost optimisation,

About You:

You are an agile and versatile finance leader with the ability to operate across a wide remit. You’re confident working independently and thrive in environments where variety and pace are the norm.

Resilient and resourceful, you bring a data-driven mindset and adapt quickly to shifting priorities. You combine strategic insight with a strong delivery bias and have a reputation for getting things done. Most importantly, you’re collaborative, dependable, and always willing to step in to support the broader team.

Required:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), ideally with 2+ years post-qualification experience

• Demonstrated experience in a broad finance role, ideally within a high-growth, transformation, or international context

• Strong technical accounting expertise and comfort with financial systems

• Practical knowledge across the full finance remit, including:

  • Accounts Payable & Receivable

  • Treasury & Credit Control

  • Payroll

  • Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

  • Statutory and Management Reporting

• Proven success in implementing or enhancing finance systems and operational processes

• Strong attention to detail, with a pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset

• Effective communicator, confident in influencing stakeholders at all levels

Desirable:

• Experience in a start-up, scale-up, or PE-backed environment

• Exposure to global operations or multi-entity finance structures

• Involvement in building or professionalising a finance function from early stages

Location:

This UK-based role supports global operations. You’ll primarily work remotely, with occasional travel to FPC offices in London y, and infrequent travel internationally based on project needs.

At FPC, we’re more than a company; we’re a community. A place where innovation thrives, ideas are celebrated, and careers are built. When you join us, you become part of a team that:

• Shapes the Future: You’ll work on projects that are redefining industries through sustainability, technology, and bold ambition.

• Supports Your Growth: From leadership training to cross-functional projects, we prioritize your professional development while encouraging you to explore new ideas and take initiative.

• Values Balance and Inclusion: We believe in celebrating diversity, fostering collaboration, and ensuring every voice is heard—all while prioritizing work-life balance.

• Creates Impact: Play a pivotal role in delivering iconic, high-performance buildings and innovative solutions that make a difference.

Our inclusive, collaborative culture ensures that every voice is heard, every idea is valued, and every career path is boundless. We believe our people are the heart of our success. Fueled by creativity, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence, every team member plays an integral role in bringing our ambitious vision to life. At FPC Global, your potential is unlimited. Together, we’ll build tomorrow’s digital planet—and you’ll be part of something truly extraordinary.