Overview
Depot Connect International is seeking a Financial Controller to join our team on a 12 month fixed term basis. The role is based at our Redcar office and involves managing the Finance and Purchasing team to ensure compliance, accurate financial reporting and strong financial controls.
We operate over 80 modern tractor units and employ circa 300 people within our network of eight depots.
Responsibilities
* Lead the finance and purchasing team, overseeing all accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and month-end processes.
* Manage budgets, forecasting and financial planning processes.
* Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory and tax requirements.
* Provide financial analysis to support strategic initiatives and business cases.
* Work with external stakeholders to ensure all external reports are filed on time.
Qualifications
* Professional accounting qualification (AAT/CIMA or equivalent).
* Proven experience in a Financial Controller or similar senior finance role.
* Excellent leadership and people management skills.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
* Proactive, solutions-focused and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
* High attention to detail and accuracy.
* Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel.
* Ability to present figures and reports.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary
* Company pension
* Free on-site parking
* Discounted gym membership
* Opportunity to influence and shape the future of a growing organisation
* Supportive and collaborative leadership team
Application and Experience
* Application Question: Do you have a professional accounting qualification?
* Experience: People management – 3 years (preferred)
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Strategy/Planning and Information Technology
* Industries: Truck Transportation
We’re not posting any additional notices; this is a direct application description for the Financial Controller role in Redcar and Cleveland, England, United Kingdom.
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