Financial Controller

At Nteractive, we bring experiences to life. Whether it’s global events, internal communications, or transformative campaigns, we help some of the world’s biggest brands connect with their people in extraordinary ways.

We are specialists in the technology sector, creating unforgettable live brand experiences — from product launches and conferences to VIP programmes, exhibitions, digital campaigns, and internal communications.

Behind every experience is a talented team and a strong operational backbone — and that’s where this role comes in.

We’re looking for an experienced Financial Controller to lead the financial operations of a fast-paced, service-driven events business.

This is a pivotal role, working closely with the Head of Finance, senior leadership, and operational teams to ensure strong financial control, clear commercial insight, and accurate reporting across a dynamic, project-based environment.

You’ll play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of global events by driving financial performance, improving processes, and partnering closely with Production, Sales, and Client Services teams.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Lead monthly management accounts with clear commentary

• Manage year-end processes and statutory audit

• Oversee project accounting (costs, revenue, freelancers, suppliers)

• Ensure strong balance sheet control

Financial Control & Governance

• Maintain robust financial controls across projects and suppliers

• Oversee cashflow, forecasting, and liquidity

• Support VAT compliance and financial governance

• Implement best practice in project budget management

Budgeting, Forecasting & Commercial Insight

• Support annual budgeting and rolling forecasts

• Partner with teams on revenue and profitability forecasting

• Deliver post-event financial analysis and insights

Business Partnering

• Work closely with Producers, Project Managers, and Client teams

• Support job costing, estimates, and supplier spend approvals

• Improve financial understanding across non-finance teams

Team Leadership

• Manage and develop the Senior Finance Manager and wider team

• Foster a high-performing, service-focused finance function

• Coach, mentor, and support career development

Systems & Process Improvement

• Drive improvements in finance systems and reporting tools

• Enhance automation, accuracy, and efficiency

• Refine processes around billing, suppliers, and project tracking

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent

• Experience in a service-based environment (events, agency, production, experiential, or hospitality preferred)

• Strong understanding of project accounting, margins, and revenue recognition

• Proven experience leading and developing finance teams

• Strong Excel and finance systems skills (Acumatica desirable)

• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with excellent attention to detail

• Confidence working with both financial and non-financial stakeholders

Desirable:

• Experience with event/project management systems

• Knowledge of freelancer/contractor management (including IR35)

• Exposure to international VAT or multi-event financial structures

• Be part of a fast-growing, global events agency

• Work closely with senior stakeholders across the business

• Play a key role in shaping financial processes and performance

• Collaborative, supportive, and high-energy environment

• Opportunity to make a real commercial impact

Benefits (UK)

• 33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)

• Hybrid working (Staines office 1 day a week + flexibility)

• Pension scheme (5% employee / 3% employer)

• Private Medical Insurance & Cash Plan

• Life Insurance

• Enhanced Maternity Pay

• Wellbeing & Inclusion initiatives (including EAP)

• Birthday Day Off 

• Summer Hours

• Volunteering Day

• Rewards & Recognition incentives

• Generous talent referral scheme

Additional requirements

• Ability to work from the Staines office with hybrid flexibility

• Suitable home working environment

• Minimum broadband speed: 25MB download / 5MB upload

Interested?

If you’re looking for a role where you can combine financial leadership with real commercial impact in a project-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact: careers@nteractive.com