Our Story

Genistar is one of the fastest growing financial services companies in the UK. We are dedicated to educating families about their financial choices.

When we started the company in 2007, with the focus of serving others, we chose the name Genistar. ‘Gen’ came from the word Genesis for creation, and we chose the word ‘star’ to represent leadership. Real leadership is about serving others.

Genistar is a professional company regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). We do not offer advice, but instead we offer education and guidance for individuals to make the right choices

Visit: https://genistar.co.uk/what-we-do

Our Core Values

Integrity

At Genistar, integrity and honesty are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in being completely transparent and always telling the truth.

Diversity & Inclusivity

At Genistar, everyone is welcomed, valued and given the same opportunity. We have employees and representatives from many different backgrounds who have succeeded in our business.

Teamwork

Teamwork makes the dream work! At Genistar, we believe that together, we can achieve more than we ever could alone.

The Role

Reporting to the CFO, the Financial Controller will ensure strong financial governance, accurate reporting, and strategic insight across the business. You will lead day-to-day finance operations while partnering with senior leadership to guide financial decision-making and support sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Planning 

• Prepare timely monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) with full responsibility for accuracy and compliance.

• Lead the preparation of year-end statutory accounts in accordance with UK GAAP and the Companies Act.

• Coordinate budgeting and forecasting processes, analyse variances, and provide actionable insights to leadership.

• Develop and enhance company performance metrics and KPI reporting, delivering weekly and monthly performance packs with commentary.

Compliance, Tax & Internal Controls

• Produce UK and Rest of World VAT returns; ensure all statutory filings and submissions to HMRC are accurate and on time.

• Monitor and fulfil FCA-related reporting requirements in collaboration with Compliance.

• Maintain and continuously improve internal financial controls, policies, and procedures; perform periodic gap analysis and implement aligned changes.

• Ensure payroll, VAT, and statutory compliance across the organisation.

Cash, Treasury & Risk

• Monitor, manage, and forecast cash flow, proactively identifying risks and maintaining liquidity.

• Manage banking relationships and support investment activity.

• Maintain insurance schedules; manage renewals and claims.

• Advise on pricing models, capital investment decisions, and cost control to improve profitability and cash conversion.

Audit & Year-End Close

• Coordinate and manage the external audit process; liaise with auditors and key stakeholders.

• Own month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and timeliness.

Strategic & Commercial Finance

• Support strategic initiatives including pricing, profitability analysis, business cases, and scenario modelling.

• Produce insightful financial commentary to guide business decisions and shareholder reporting when required.

• Work cross-functionally on commission payments and tracking; ensure integrity of commission structures and related controls.

• Support for R&D tax credit claims and technical accounting matters as needed.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Build strong relationships across departments; challenge processes where risks are identified to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.

• Provide clear, timely communication and support to stakeholders at all levels.

Qualifications & Experience

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA).

• Demonstrable expertise in management accounts, forecasting, financial planning and analysis, and external compliance/reporting.

• Strong technical accounting knowledge with experience preparing statutory accounts under UK GAAP and managing audits.

• Hands-on SME experience, comfortable operating both strategically and operationally.

• Proficiency with accounting systems (Sage Line 50 or equivalent) and strong Excel/IT skills.

• Experience in the financial services sector, direct selling and familiarity with commission schemes (desirable).

Skills & Attributes

• High integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement capability.

• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills and ability to distil complex data into actionable insights.

• Organised, resilient, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Working Arrangements

Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm
Professional office environment in Caterham

Genistar is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.