• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, Spanish ROAC or equivalent).
• At least 7 years’ experience in accounting and financial reporting, including time in Big 4 audit, ideally followed by an in-house group reporting or financial control role.
• Deep IFRS and technical accounting knowledge, with the confidence to form, document and defend accounting positions. US GAAP is a plus.
• Hands-on consolidation experience, including preparing consolidated financial statements for an international multi-entity group.
• A track record of leading external audits and working effectively with auditors at partner level.
• Proven people management: you have built, led and developed high-performing finance teams.
• Experience in financial services, banking, payments or FinTech is a plus, particularly with IFRS 9 and FX products.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift quickly and new projects frequently arise. Proven resilience in managing multiple competing demands while maintaining high standards.
• Experience or familiarity with UK-based group consolidated accounts and relevant regulatory frameworks (e.g., the UK Companies Act) is highly desirable.
• Advanced Excel skills. Experience with consolidation tools and ERP systems is desirable.
• Excellent written and spoken English; Spanish is a plus.
• A structured, detail-focused approach, combined with the ability to see the big picture, prioritise under tight deadlines and communicate complex topics simply.