Controller, UK

Are you interested in joining an organization with a global reach? In a world of shifting threats, Concentric is your trusted ally. Powered by elite professionals from military, government, and intelligence backgrounds. If you are passionate about intelligence, risk analysis, threat management, executive protection, security operations, or business resiliency, Concentric may be the organization you’ve been searching for!

Concentric is a risk consultancy specializing in delivering strategic security and intelligence services. We provide holistic, intelligent security solutions for private clients and corporations globally. Concentric offers strategic advisory services, risk assessments, physical protection, threat intelligence, open-source monitoring, program audits, secure embedded staffing, and training for security teams and intelligence analysts.  

Our ultimate goal is to be recognized as the most innovative, capable, and trusted Risk Management partner in the world, and we do this by following these core values: 
 
Integrity – Collaboration - Relationships – Excellence – Creativity - Results  

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Concentric - "Your World Secured"

We are currently looking to hire a Controller to join our Corporate Team in Hereford, England, United Kingdom.

*This position allows for hybrid work arrangements from our Hereford, UK headquarters. 

*This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, hours based on position needs. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Controller will lead the UK and International (Excluding NAFTA) Financial effort in a manner that ensures regulatory compliance, satisfies all external deliverable requirements, strengthen and maintains a strong internal control environment, effectively communicates operational and financial risks, and produces foundational reporting that fosters effective management reporting and provides the visual management metrics to propel continuous process improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for identifying, communicating, and ensuring completion of all activities required for financial reporting and regulatory compliance.
• Supervising UK-based Finance team members
• Responsible for communicating all regulatory requirements and deadlines and ensuring that all required regulatory filings are completed accurately and submitted in a timely manner.
• Responsible for the accuracy of the financial statements for all managed entities.
• Responsible for leading Finance Team projects that drive efficiency, enable the ability to scale, and represent best practices.
• Responsible for establishing, documenting, and providing the necessary training for effective implementation of an internal control framework and controls.
• Assist the CFO as necessary for reporting and ad-hoc initiatives

 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• 8+ years of hands-on accounting managerial experience, including direct Controller experience within an operating company
• CPA Certification (active or inactive status)
• Knowledge of international regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of internal controls and effective internal control design
• Understanding of lean accounting philosophies and application
• Must be able to legally work in the country where this position is located without visa sponsorship.
• This position requires up to 5% travel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work effectively with a diverse team, foster cooperative relationships to support other departments
• Ability to develop strong rapport with key third-party partners and providers
• Ability to analyze/interpret financials in depth 
• Advocate transparency and knowledge sharing across teams
• Breed a culture of collaboration within all teams
• Develop team members to improve their skillset and grow in their careers
• Ability to be flexible in a constantly changing and growing business
• Proactive in identifying process gaps and offering suggestions for improvements 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• 20 Vacation Days plus Bank Holidays (8)
• Personal Accident Insurance 
• Employee Assistance Program for personal needs
• Enrollment into the pension scheme to which SPS contributes a %
• Credentity Protection - Eclipse Digital Protection by Concentric
• Dedicated Security and Intelligence Training Programs for Professional Development 
  
• Coaching and Mentoring Opportunities

Concentric and SPS Global acknowledge the systemic barriers in the security industry and recognize that removing those barriers will require a collaborative and conscious effort. Concentric and SPS Global are committed to programs and initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, enhancing our organization and the broader community. We are creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. 

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