This is an exciting opportunity for a fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA accountant to step into a Financial Controller position. Applicants from both industry and professional practice are welcome to apply. THE BENEFITS: £55,000 - £65,000, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, company pension plan with generous life assurance, discretionary bonus scheme, private healthcare, free on site parking and retail discounts. THE ROLE: The successful applicant will take responsibility for the leadership, management and accountability for the finance team, mentoring and developing team members and oversee the day to day operations of the finance function. Financial reporting, ensuring compliance and accuracy of accounting standards and adherence to internal controls. Prepare the annual statutory accounts, oversight and review of the weekly payroll, submitting BACS payments through the bank. Oversee preparation of the UK Board reporting pack. Ensure projects are completed to deadline. Oversee completion of the UK audit and bi-annual forecasting, prepare tax schedule support. This role is available due to an internal promotion. A detailed job description is available. THE CANDIDATE: You are a fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA accountant, possibly already working at Financial Controller level in industry or maybe looking for your first Financial Controller appointment. Candidates are encouraged to apply from both industry and professional practice. Technically adept, you have excellent inter-personal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with an established team. A high standard of systems literacy is essential along with an analytical and investigative approach, the self confidence to challenge when required and a positive mindset. THE COMPANY: My client trades internationally and has an excellent reputation in their sector. The culture is friendly and inclusive demonstrable by the length of service of many employees. Based on the East Yorkshire coast and surrounded by countryside there are good road links and even opportunities for pre and after work beach walks! THE CONSULTANCY: Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer