Regional Finance Controller - London, UK

Who we are 

Atoms is building the machines that power the next era of progress.

Over the last decade, software has transformed the digital world. But the physical world, where food is made, minerals are mined, goods are moved, and industries are run, remains far less intelligent, far less efficient, and far more constrained. We’re changing that.

Atoms builds Physical AI— real-world robots for the industries that move civilization forward, starting with food, mining, and transport. Our systems are designed to understand, predict, and control the real world with precision, turning complex physical operations into something more reliable, more scalable, and more productive.

This work requires more than robotics. It requires deep integration across hardware, software, AI, operations, manufacturing, and real estate. We don’t just build machines in a lab. We deploy them into real environments, operate them, learn from them, and improve them until they work at scale.

We are roboticists, engineers, operators, and builders. We believe the next great technology companies will not only transform information, but the physical systems that shape everyday life.

If you want to work on hard problems with real-world impact, join us.

 

What you’ll do

• Oversee month-end closing activities throughout European region  including the preparation and review of journal entries, accruals, fixed assets tracking and depreciation and balance sheet reconciliations and review
• Manage all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL and Revenue Recognition
• Ensure compliance with local statutory requirements, US GAAP, and IFRS throughout entire region
• Serve as point person on audits and tax filings and coordinate the preparation of all regulatory/statutory reporting
• Own the elimination and consolidation process and preparation of financial statements and other management reporting and analysis for the EMEA region
• Maintain the Chart of Accounts and create a standardized structure across all legal entities and set of books
• Develop and maintain strong internal control/company policies, and communicate to employees and help enforce
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance
• Look at ways to automate and integrate various finance, invoicing and payroll applications and assess/design future reporting and consolidation needs
• Work closely with Facilities/Operations and Real Estate Acquisition/Development team and assist in developing consistent collection and payment processes
• Prepare the monthly management reporting package, including month over month and year over year analytical review, variance analysis of actual vs. forecast and budget, and cash-flow management. 
• Assist with cash needs projections and request process
• Assist in full-year budgeting process and monthly/quarterly re-forecasts
• Perform special projects as necessary and ad-hoc reporting
• Provide support to local M&A activity and lead the conversation on best practices for consolidating and integrating acquired business units
• Take a leading role in the recruitment and development of the accounting department in line with the growth of the regional business.
• Set a strong ethical structure for the way that the business approaches its reporting, compliance, and dealings with customers and vendors. 

 

What we’re looking for

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CA) with a minimum of 7-10 years of experience across public and private accounting sectors
• Proven expertise in financial transformation, systems integration, and navigating post-acquisition environments
• Strong technical foundation from a Big 4 background or equivalent, specializing in reporting, audit, and internal controls
• Successful track record in operational finance, group financial control, and the recruitment and development of high-performing teams
• Extensive experience within international, high-growth organizations, specifically scale-ups or private equity-backed businesses
• Exceptional capabilities in communication, change management, and managing diverse stakeholder relationships
• Proactive self-starter with a demonstrated ability to problem solve and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required; CPA or an equivalent professional designation is highly preferred
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Office and a deep working knowledge of financial and ERP applications
• Full fluency in written and verbal English

 

Why join us

At Atoms, you’ll work on one of the defining challenges of our time—bringing automation into the physical world to drive real, lasting impact. We exist to uncover valuable unknown truths and turn them into progress, which means constantly pushing beyond what’s known and building what doesn’t yet exist. The work is ambitious and often challenging, but it’s grounded in a shared sense of purpose and a team committed to seeing it through together. Our work only matters if it serves others, and we know that meaningful progress depends on the trust of the people we serve and the strength of our team—so we invest in both, creating an environment where you can do your best work and grow.

What else you need to know

This role is based in our London office. Atoms is a company driven by invention and continuous change - we are constantly reimagining our industries, building new products, and refining how we operate. We do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.

 

Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others? 

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