Orka Financial is working with a highly acquisitive PLC based in High Wycombe (Flexible, hybrid working). The UK Financial controller will be responsible for the preparation of financial reporting and implementation of internal controls within the UK business. They will have strong relationships with all the key stakeholders, and ensure that timely and accurate management reporting is available to key decision makers and that well controlled and efficient transaction processing is in place. The UK Financial Controller will be a business partner for the brands based in the UK, helping with commercial decision support. Responsibilities: • Preparation of monthly financial reports for Management teams, including oversight of ledger reconciliations, journals, accruals and prepayments and variance analysis • Support preparation of monthly results and commentary to Group Finance on a timely basis • Work with commercial business teams in preparation of quarterly reforecasts • Work with commercial business teams in preparation of annual budget and three year plan • Management and tracking of internal controls in place across record to report process • Effective and efficient intercompany transaction process in place across geographies and brands for accounts payable and accounts receivable • Efficient and timely intercompany transactions, reconciled on a monthly basis • Look for opportunities for process and control improvement particularly regarding the use of technology and automation • Work with UK auditors to deliver timely resolution of queries and a smooth audit process • Support preparation of corporation tax computations and filings, working with Group Finance • Monitor and manage indirect tax compliance, including VAT and PAYE • Work with UK management teams to support commercial forecasts and budgets • Assist with preparation of financial support for assessment of investment and business change project, including return on investment metrics in place • People management of UK Finance team • Part of the UK management team Profile: • Qualified Accountant • Preferably 5 years’ post qualification experience • A team player who is hands on and pragmatic with good people management skills • Strong problem solving and analytical skills, with a track record of process improvement • Effective communication and influencing skills, with an ability to build strong stakeholder relationships • Experience of working within ERP systems, preferably Oracle Netsuite • Strong Excel skills including pivots, vlookups, sumifs etc. • Experience of working in a multi national listed company operating in a fast paced environment Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 benefits