Partner, Group Financial Controller

ENGINEERINGUK; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job description

Knight Frank is looking to hire a Partner, Group Financial Controller to oversee the financial operations of the UK.

We are the world’s leading independent international property consultancy, headquartered in the UK, offering agency and professional advice across Commercial, Residential and Rural sectors. Established in 1896, Knight Frank now comprises a global network of over 20,000 people in 600+ Offices across 50 Territories.

The Partner, Group Financial Controller role offers a unique opportunity to lead and shape the financial operations of the UK business, including managing core functions such as management accounts, payroll, and accounts payable. With responsibility for developing a shared service strategy and transitioning client accounting functions, this position combines leadership, strategy, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the financial operations of the UK, including financial reporting. Ensure accurate and timely financial information is provided to the senior management team.
• Manage the functions – Management Accounts, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Credit Control, Cashiers, Sales Ledger.
• Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. Provide mentorship and guidance to team members.
• Ensure the company adheres to all regulatory requirements and financial standards. Maintain a strong internal control environment and manage external audits. Reporting to the FCA for regulated entities.
• Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement financial strategies that support the company’s growth objectives.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders internal and external.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks to ensure the stability and sustainability of the company. Implement risk management policies and procedures.
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of financial systems and processes. Ensure efficient and effective financial operations across the group. Approve/Advise on changes to the Finance SAP ERP system and SAP Concur expenses – working closely with the SAP IT team.
• Design a transition plan for currently devolved client accounting functions, to take line management for these functions, and implement best practice policies and procedures.
• Design and a strategy for a shared service function for the back office of the business.
• Maintain the arrangements for the 80 Equity Partners – arrange capital, drawings, profit share, car loans, prepare Member Accounts.
• Member of the Business Services Board.
• Foster accountability and financial awareness across the firm.

Key Experience Required:

• Proven experience in a senior financial management role.
• Strong technical financial accounting skills most likely a qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA.
• Excellent leadership and team development abilities.
• Experience with shared service functions and internal control environments.
• Excellent systems knowledge – SAP and Workday.
• Experience of transformation projects.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals and provide equal opportunities for everyone. We also offer reasonable adjustments to ensure all candidates have a fair chance during the recruitment process.

If you have any questions in relation to this position ahead of considering an application please reach out to the Knight Frank Talent Acquisition team on [e-mail].

Company

Knight Frank is the largest independent property consultancy in the world and, by the nature of being a partnership, our decisions are made by and for our people with a focus on long-term impact.

Our purpose - to work responsibly, in partnership, to enhance people’s lives and environments - means that we empower our people to have autonomy in their role and encourage them to think differently about how we can make the difference through our work and behaviour. For our clients, our purpose drives us to provide innovative property solutions that add tangible value across a variety of sectors and services.

A true partnership is a balanced one and we are committed to making our business inclusive, giving people the opportunity to perform at their best and be recognised for the individual value they bring.