Job type
PermanentLocation
Kings Lynn (Hybrid)Working Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
Public Practice AccountingIndustry
Accountancy FirmsPay
Competitive salary + benefits
Finance Controller job with a professional service firm in King's Lynn
Hays is working with an established professional services firm who are looking to appoint a proactive and experienced Finance Controller to lead internal financial operations, ensure compliance, and support the leadership team. You'll be joining a collaborative office environment managing a small team of finance and administrative staff. This is a pivotal role, offering the chance to shape organisational processes and contribute to high-level decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Finance & Reporting
- Prepare and distribute the management accounts for the firm within agreed timescales
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators
- Prepare and submit VAT returns for the firm and associated entities as required
- Prepare and submit CT61 returns as required
- Monitor and forecast cashflow
- Extract relevant data as required for ad-hoc financial analysis and reports
- Support the Finance and Administration partner in the preparation of the financial statements
- Work with the Managing Partner in developing budgets and forecasting
Payroll & Pension Administration
- Processing payroll by established deadlines which includes processing all aspects of the firm's payroll (approx. 145 employees)
- Administer employee pension scheme and maintain accurate information in respect of starter, leavers, contribution rates and completing the year end process (November)
HR Coordination
- Support HR matters including promotions and salary adjustments
- Maintain accurate employee absence records
- Optimise use of internal HR systems in collaboration with the deputy manager
Compliance & Organisational Oversight
- Lead preparation of the annual return
- Oversee insurance portfolio and regulatory documentation
- Actively participate in partner and committee meetings
- Update and manage policies, handbooks, and procedural documents
- Contribute to strategic projects and initiatives
Skills & Qualifications
- ACA/ACCA qualified (Level 7 or equivalent)
- Minimum 5 years of accounting experience
- At least 3 years in a leadership or management role
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Exceptional communication and team leadership abilities
Package
- Competitive salary plus additional benefits subject to experience
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- Salary sacrifice available for pension contributions
- Life Assurance (death in service)
- Sick Pay after qualifying period
- Employee Benefits Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free car parking
- Length of service recognition
- Company social events paid for or subsidised by the firm
For more details, please apply online or contact Cara Whyte at Hays to discuss or for any questions.
