Financial Controller 6 month Fixed Term Contract
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Job Summary
Job Title: Financial Controller 6-month Fixed Term Contract
Location: London Hybrid (plus travel as required)
We are Strata!
Imagine being part of a fast and exciting brand experience agency whose clients include specialists in new technology creators of some of the most stunning electric vehicles on the planet financial institutions and global leaders in pharmaceutical solutions. As an agency we elevate these brands and make them heard through immersive and memorable virtual and face 2 face experiences.
As a people-first business we encourage ambition support and reward. Were always listening and open to your ideas just as we do with our clients.
Our name Its Strata an agency on a mission to be the very best. This means we always want to hear from the very best creative and intelligent souls who genuinely believe that every moment matters.
Job Overview
The Financial Controller is responsible for the financial integrity control and reporting of the events a business driven by complex projectbased delivery fluctuating workloads and tight margins this role ensures robust financial governance while enabling informed commercial decisionmaking.
The Financial Controller oversees all core accounting functions maintains strong internal controls and provides accurate timely financial insight to support leadership delivery teams and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Control & Governance
Own the integrity of the agencys financial records ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
Maintain and continually improve financial controls processes and risk management.
Ensure accurate balance sheet management including reconciliations accruals prepayments and provisions.
Support audit processes and act as key contact for external auditors and advisors.
Reporting & Month-End Close
Lead the month-end close process ensuring timely and accurate management accounts.
Prepare financial reports including P&L balance sheet cash flow and variance analysis.
Ensure consistent and accurate reporting across projects departments and entities (where applicable).
Support board investor or stakeholder reporting as required.
Project & Event Financial Oversight
Oversee financial control of live event projects including WIP accruals and revenue recognition.
Ensure correct treatment of event deposits advances milestone billing and final reconciliations.
Work closely with Project Managers and Client Services to ensure financial accuracy and margin visibility.
Identify financial risks related to project delivery and escalate appropriately.
Cash Flow & Working Capital
Own cash flow forecasting and monitoring.
Oversee invoicing credit control and debtor management to minimise DSO.
Ensure supplier payments are managed accurately and efficiently.
Support working capital optimisation across the business.
Systems Process & Control Improvement
Own finance systems and ensure effective integration with project CRM and operational platforms.
Improve reporting accuracy automation and efficiency.
Ensure data quality audit trails and documentation standards are maintained.
Team Leadership & Business Partnering
Line-manage and develop the finance team setting clear objectives and performance standards.
Act as a trusted finance partner to senior leadership and delivery teams.
Support budgeting and forecasting processes in partnership with FP&A.
Provide clear financial guidance to non-finance stakeholders.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the below experience:
Proven experience as a Financial Controller or senior financial reporting role.
Fully qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
Strong technical accounting knowledge and hands-on financial control experience.
Experience in a projectbased agency professional services events or productionled environment.
Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems.
Confidence working with senior stakeholders and advising on financial risk.
Experience in multi-entity high-growth or privateequity backed businesses.
Exposure to revenue recognition in project-based or service businesses.
Experience improving finance controls systems or operating models.
Detail-oriented with a strong control mindset.
Calm confident and authoritative under pressure.
Commercially aware with a practical approach to problem-solving.
Collaborative leader who combines rigour with approachability.
Employee Benefits
25 days annual leave plus usual Bank Holidays
Birthday day off
Private Health Insurance*
Workplace pension scheme
Death in service scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Hybrid working arrangement
Regular social events
*Upon successful completion of a 6-month probation period
OurPrinciples
We are a people-first brand experience agency with a set of core principles that guide our every action by measuring:
A win for the client
Client success is at the forefront of everything we do. We measure our success by the impact we make for our clients. We strive to exceed your expectations delivering moments that matter with results that matter.
A win for the company
We believe in long-term partnerships and sustainable growth. When your business prospers so does ours. Our commitment to excellence and innovation means were always ahead of the curve offering you the best brand experiences.
A win for the team
Our team is the lifeblood of our agency. We celebrate diversity promote collaboration and foster an inclusive culture where every team member feels valued and empowered. When our team thrives their passion and dedication is reflected in everything we deliver.
A win for you
Whether youre engaging us for your events already fostering a career at Strata or considering one our goal is to create a win for you. Were dedicated to providing our employees with an enriching workplace that supports their growth and well-being. For our clients a win means achieving your objectives and making your brand shine.
A win for the planet
We are committed to making environmentally responsible choices in our work. We recognise our responsibility to minimise our impact on the planet and contribute to a sustainable future. From eco-friendly event practices to conscious resource management we aim to create events that are a win for the environment.
Diversity at Strata
At Strata people are at the heart of who we are.
We recognise and value the diverse and unique perspectives experiences and backgrounds that each individual brings.
We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected heard valued and empowered. We strive to create an innovative creative and inclusive environment where all employees and applicants can thrive.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age disability gender reassignment marital or civil partnership status pregnancy or maternity race religion or belief sex or sexual orientation. Recruitment decisions are based solely on merit qualifications and business needs.
Embracing diversity isnt just our goal its our strength driving us towards a more inclusive future.
