Financial controller

A prestigious organisation in Watford is seeking a Financial Controller to join their dedicated finance team. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for you to take ownership of financial operations, reporting, and compliance within a respected environment that values inclusivity, teamwork, and professional growth. With a competitive salary of £110,000. This role would suit an ACA / ACCA Qualified Head of Finance / Financial Controller (CIMA will be considered)

What you'll do:

As Financial Controller based in Watford, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of financial operations within a dynamic environment.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include managing core accounting functions such as month-end processes, updating SAP frameworks, reviewing aged debtors for effective credit control, coordinating payment runs for both operational expenditure (Opex) and capital expenditure (Capex), preparing VAT returns quarterly in accordance with statutory requirements, compiling submissions covering funding as well as overdue payables documentation.

You will also prepare detailed management reports for lenders that reflect organisational performance accurately. Leading annual/interim audits will require close collaboration with external auditors while assisting tax advisers on corporation tax returns ensures compliance with HMRC regulations. Your remit extends further into preparing PAYE submissions/reconciliations for HMRC confidentially; managing R&D tax claims annually; coordinating SAP system development/integration projects; maintaining fixed assets registers including intangibles; running monthly accruals/journals; line managing finance assistants/payroll manager; undertaking ad hoc duties requested by senior management. Success in this role hinges on your ability to combine technical proficiency with collaborative leadership-ensuring every aspect of finance supports wider organisational goals while nurturing an inclusive culture.

• Oversee general accounting functions, and month-end processes to ensure accurate financial records are maintained at all times.
• Prepare timely monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts that provide clear insights into the organisation's financial performance.
• Update the chart of accounts and maintain the financial reporting framework on SAP to ensure data integrity and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Review aged debtor reports regularly to monitor outstanding balances and implement effective credit control measures.
• Manage bi-monthly Opex/Capex payment runs with meticulous attention to detail for efficient cash flow management.
• Coordinate quarterly VAT returns preparation in line with statutory deadlines and regulations.
• Prepare comprehensive management reports for lenders that accurately reflect the organisation's financial position.
• Lead annual and interim audits by liaising with external auditors and ensuring all documentation is available for review.
• Assist tax advisers in preparing corporation tax returns, capital allowances claims, CIR submissions, and other tax-related matters.
• Support the CFO in monitoring tax compliance activities as well as responding to third-party requests from HMRC.
• Prepare PAYE submissions and reconciliations for HMRC while maintaining absolute confidentiality throughout the process.
• Manage the annual R&D tax claim process efficiently to maximise available benefits for the organisation.
• Coordinate SAP system development projects and integration efforts to enhance operational efficiency within the finance department.
• Maintain the Fixed Assets register including intangibles; run monthly accruals/journals for accurate asset tracking.
• Line manage finance assistants and payroll manager by providing guidance, support, and fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Undertake ad hoc duties as required by senior management (Chairman & CEO) to meet evolving business needs.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates