Job Description
Financial Controller - Permanent
Salary: £65,000 plus benefits Location: Newbury. Office-based, 5 days per weekSoftware: Sage, Excel
Reporting to: CEO
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller for a thriving SME, to oversee the UK finance operation and support, manage and liaise with the international finance teams. This pivotal role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a hands-on approach to financial management.
Key Responsibilities
* Communicate the company’s mission, vision and overall direction
* Implement strategic plans to achieve organisational objectives
* Provide strong leadership to Finance Team
* Build and maintain an effective team
* Foster a positive organisational culture and ensure alignment with company values
* Reporting Monthly AvB (P&L), Quarterly Management Accounts, Annual preparation for Tax Returns
* VAT Returns
* Working with external CPA’s for on time year-end filing.
* Cash Flow forecasting
* Supplier payments
* Manage all accounting operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
* Ensure compliance with financial regulations across multiple jurisdictions
* Utilise Sage software for financial processes, reporting, and analysis
* Work closely with senior management, external auditors, and financial institutions
* Identify opportunities to enhance financial efficiency and implement best practices
Key Skills & Experience
* Experience of managing multi-currency group business over £10m
* Either ICAEW/ACCA/CIMA qualified preferred but not essential
* Knowledge of Sage 200 and or Xero
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Teams, Outlook
* People management skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to communicate cross culturally at all levels
* Able to maintain confidentiality and be assertive and professional
* Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar
* Ability to work in an office-based environment with a proactive and strategic mindset
If you are interested in this new opportunity, please apply now