Group Financial Controller

About Verve

At Verve, we 're redefining what’s possible in market research.

We lead the charge in fusing Artificial, Human, and Cultural Intelligence , helping global brands to make smarter, more impactful decisions. It’s this approach that earned us ’ Innovation of the Year 2024’ and it’s how we’re transforming the insights industry.

With a 120+ strong team working remotely and from hubs across the UK, Europe, North America, Australia, and South Africa , we partner with some of the world’s most iconic brands - Samsung, Mars Petcare, Colgate-Palmolive, P &G, Unilever, Shell, E.On, beIN Media, and more.

Now, as we enter our next phase of growth, we’re refining our approach, expanding our capabilities, and pushing the boundaries of AI-powered intelligence. The future of insight starts here. And we’re driving it-- with Verve.

As we move into an exciting new phase of growth, we are refining operations, expanding commercial offerings, and pushing the boundaries of insight-driven innovation.

We are looking for an experienced Group Financial Controller to oversee financial operations, compliance, reporting, and strategic financial management. Maintaining strong financial control, ensuring compliance, and delivering accurate financial reports and budgets.

Critically, the role must bring financial reporting to life! With a focus on translating financial data into actionable insights; enabling account leads, senior leadership, and the Board to make informed decisions that drive the business forward.

This hybrid role, attached to Verve’s London or Manchester hub, reports directly to the COO and involves close collaboration with stakeholders, a FP&A Head and a small finance team. It’s an excellent opportunity for a results-driven and ambitious professional to contribute to the success of a dynamic, growing organisation.

Specific responsibilities:

• Financial reporting: Manages the preparation of consolidated financial reports / statements and statutory reports
• Planning & forecasting: Overseas financial forecasting with a focus on compliance, controls and accurate reporting
• Business analysis: Supports senior leadership with business performance and profitability insights
• Compliance focus: Strong focus on financial compliance, audits, and legal / tax requirements
• Process improvement: Improves processes for better financial control, reporting, and audit readiness
• Stakeholder engagement: Liaises with external advisors (auditors, tax, legal) and reports to senior executives and the board
• Risk management: Ensures financial compliance, monitors internal controls, and addresses potential audit findings
• Cost control: Monitors budget adherence, controls operational expenses, and optimises resource allocation
• Strategic initiatives: Supports long-term financial planning, corporate restructuring, and strategic partnerships
• Performance metrics: Ensures accurate reporting of key metrics for stakeholders, including boards and regulators
• Ad-hoc analysis: Performs financial analysis with a focus on risk mitigation and strategic recommendations
• Technology: Strong ERP and financial systems expertise; focuses on automation and reporting accuracy
• Soft skills: Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

About you

• Fully qualified (CA, ACCA, or CIMA)
• Several years post-qualification experience in commercial roles
• In-depth knowledge of accounting software packages
• Advanced Excel modelling skills
• Knowledge of CMap & Hubspot would be an advantage
• Combines a strategic outlook with meticulous attention to detail
• Excels in linking operational data to financial reporting, and extracting insight
• Ability to clearly articulate complex information
• Enjoys collaborating with and upskilling others

What we offer

• Competitive offer
• Energetic, multi-cultural and entrepreneurial culture
• Opportunity to contribute to the future of a progressive consultancy

If this sounds like a good fit, then please get in touch with your CV and a short cover letter.