Financial Controller

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee month-end and year-end closing to produce accurate reports including
• balance sheets, P&L, and cash flow statements.
• Prepare internal/external statutory, regulatory, and management reporting.
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Variance Analysis
• Lead budget and forecast development in collaboration with department heads.
• Analyze variances and provide meaningful insights to senior management.
• Develop, implement, and review controls to safeguard assets, mitigate risks, and ensure regulatory compliance (e.g. HMRC, GAAP, IFRS).
• Facilitate internal and external audits, serving as liaison with auditors.
• Track and forecast cash flow; optimize working capital and liquidity management.
• Manage deadlines and requirements for tax filings and financial regulations.
• Supervise the finance team (accounts payable/receivable, payroll, general ledger, etc.).
• Provide performance feedback and professional development.
• Improve finance processes and systems (ERP upgrades, automation) for efficiency.
• Analyze financial data to support strategic decision-making in areas like pricing, investment, and cost optimisation.

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ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Proficient in UK GAAP/IFRS and tax regulations.
• ERP systems experience (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Xero, Sage).
• Strong ability in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• High-level budget, variance, forecasting analysis, and forward-looking orientation.
• Proven team leadership and interpersonal influence across functions.
• Clear communication of financial insights to non-finance stakeholders.
• Strong ethical standards, attention to detail, and a control-minded approach.
• Capability to evolve processes, align finance with business goals, and manage change.

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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; a master's degree (MBA, MSc) is advantageous.
• Professional certification preference (CMA, CIMA, ACCA, or ACA/CPA).
• Minimum 5-10 years in accounting/finance, with solid experience in senior roles.
• Demonstrable experience in regulatory environments (e.g., audit cycles, tax regimes).

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NICE TO HAVE:

• Expertise in ERP implementation or financial systems integration.
• Industry-specific experience (e.g., logistics, engineering, tech).
• Previous exposure to multinational consolidation.

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