Your new company

Your new company are a leader in their field, and are looking for a fully qualified Financial Controller to join their team on a permanent basis.

Your new role

• Line management of the management accounts team, purchase ledger and credit teams.
• Set annual and quarterly objectives for the finance team.
• Monitor and take action on departmental KPIs to ensure performance targets are met.
• Oversee transaction team processes and maintain policy documentation with robust internal controls.
• Ensure all financial processes are documented, and work instructions are implemented.
• Manage day-to-day financial operations, including bank reconciliations, accounts payable, employee expenses, corporate card administration, debtor management and recovery, payroll and cash flow management.
• Make informed credit decisions and manage customer rebate programs.
• Approve weekly and ad hoc bank payments and perform financial checks.
• Manage supplier relationships, including bank liaison, credit tools, and card payment systems.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and financial reporting activities.
• Monitor working capital and cash flow to support business sustainability.
• Analyse KPIs against budget and provide actionable insights.
• Support the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors.
• Provide financial reporting and analysis to the Head of Finance.
• Review and validate management accounts.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Review and approve contracts from a financial perspective.
• Oversee financial reporting for an overseas entity, including understanding of international GAAP.
• Lead within the ERP system implementation.
• Produce ad-hoc financial reports as required.

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Proven experience in financial control and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of financial systems, controls, and reporting.
• Experience with ERP implementation is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of international GAAP

What you'll get in return

• c.£70,000
• AE Pension
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Healthcare (with service)
• Gym membership discounts
• Wellbeing Hub
• Cycle to work scheme
• Various discounts at a range of retailers
• 8am-5pm Monday to Friday
• Flexibility following initial training period

What you need to do now

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