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
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