Financial Controller

We're hiring a Financial Controller to run day-to-day finance while supporting a fractional CFO and the MD. Ideal for a qualified accountant who enjoys ownership, pace and visibility!

Client Details

Our client is a well-established Distribution company are currently recruiting a Financial Controller to join them on-site on a full time basis. They are known for their innovative and high-quality products, and pride themselves on their impressive service.

This role requires a site-based presence.

Description

Reporting to the (part time) CFO and Managing Director, the Financial Controller duties include;

• Working with a small accounts team to ensure provision of accurate and timely financial information.

• Assigning ad-hoc tasks to the wider team.
• Raising issues and weekly catch-up with the CFO.
• Review of monthly management accounts and preparation of commentary
• Presentation of management accounts and other financial information at weekly Finance Meetings.
• Review and presentation of weekly reports (invoicing / cashflows / forecasts / aged stock).
• VAT, customs duties and corporation tax compliance.
• Preparation of annual accounts and consolidation.
• Leading the annual audit.
• Overall responsibility for annual budget.
• Enhancing cash flow forecasting and working capital management.
• May be invited to attend Board Meetings on specific matters of a financial nature.

Profile

The successful Financial Controller should have:

• A formal qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Experience of working on Sage X3 or other similar ERP systems (SAP / Business Central / Micrososoft Dynamics).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong Excel skills
• A highly organised approach with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Relevant experience gained within a similar SME
• Demonstrable experience of effective working relationships inside and outside the business
• Line management experience, including personal development reviews
• MUST DRIVE to get to the location

Job Offer

• Generous holiday leave of 25 days plus bank holidays.
• An employer pension contribution of 6%.
• The opportunity to work in a supportive and professional environment.

If interested then please do apply to this Management Accountant position for immediate consideration.