Group Financial Controller / System Implementation Specialist

A global digital transformation consultancy is looking for a Group Financial Controller to champion financial integrity and scalable control frameworks across a globally distributed landscape. Operating within a high-output, remote-first environment, this senior leadership role is critical for driving financial excellence and supporting the Chief Financial Officer in safeguarding multi-entity governance. This is a full-time, permanent position offering complete remote flexibility. Key Responsibilities Financial Control & International Reporting: Deliver high-quality, time-sensitive internal and external financial reporting, including intricate client-specific reporting across various jurisdictions. Own the end-to-end financial oversight of global program performance to ensure the absolute accuracy, completeness, and integrity of multi-entity financial data. Operational Leadership: Direct, mentor, and elevate the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Global Payroll functions to ensure well-controlled, punctual execution across the distributed team. Establish transparent roles, performance benchmarks, and accountability frameworks to drive continuous operational improvement. Tax, Treasury & Regulatory Compliance: Oversee comprehensive group tax compliance, coordinating international corporate tax and indirect tax (VAT) obligations across multiple operating entities. Manage strategic relationships with external tax advisors while owning cash flow forecasting and global banking relationships to maintain high financial discipline. Planning & Strategic Insight: Own program-level inputs into budgeting and forecasting cycles, maintaining detailed forecasts spanning international revenue streams, cost structures, and resource utilisation. Interrogate variances, manage financial risks, and partner with the CFO to convert operational performance into strategic group-level insights. Finance Transformation & Systems Architecture: Lead the continuous transformation of the global finance function, systems, and operating workflows to support a scaling enterprise. Serve as the functional system owner for core finance and programme management platforms, driving deep integration across Finance, HR, and project delivery systems to establish reliable, decision-ready data. Requirements Experience: Minimum of 7+ years of post-qualification experience rooted in deep financial control, balance sheet management, and statutory reporting. Jurisdiction Exposure: Proven experience operating within a multi-entity, international, or globally distributed environment with direct exposure to complex group consolidations. Qualifications: Qualified Chartered Accountant – CA(SA), ACCA, or an equivalent registered professional qualification. Commercial Acumen: Demonstrated success navigating organisational risk dynamics, with an expert technical grip on financial risk mitigation and commercial judgement. Attributes: A hands-on, digital-first operator who possesses the technical confidence to execute granular details while leading an international team with clarity and empathy. Preferred Qualifications Prior training or foundational experience gained within a Big 4 or recognised Mid-tier professional services firm. Proven track record as a designated process owner championing digital-first automation or finance transformation initiatives. Required Software Skills Advanced Cloud Accounting Ecosystems and workflow tools Project Management & Professional Services Automation (PSA) platforms (such as Project Works) Collaborative Digital Workspaces and team communication tools Advanced Microsoft Excel for robust financial modeling and data reconciliation Benefits Autonomy & Flexibility: A progressive, remote-first culture built entirely on trust, giving staff control over where, how, and when they work. Global Impact: Engagement with a supportive international team dedicated to sustainable growth and technological inclusion. In-Person Connection: Access to annual in-person international team retreats to collaborate and connect with the global workforce