About the job Financial Controller
Exciting opportunity to join this growing business based in Stanford-le-Hope. We are looking for a results-driven and confident financial controller to manage and improve our client organization's financial performance and manage their accounting operations.
Duties and responsibilities
* Manage team to ensure accounting records are maintained on a timely accurate basis for the company and associated companies
* Prepare monthly/quarterly management accounts on a timely basis for all companies
* Provide accurate and concise information to directors/managers
* Maintain cashflow summary for the business
* Produce annual budgets for the company and annual variances
* Aid directors with ad hoc financial reporting including assisting director with strategic planning
* Provide key contributions to the company financial strategy and decision-making processes
* Oversee the administration of payroll and auto enrolment reporting requirements
* Oversee the preparation of VAT return preparation and submission
* Liaise with accountants with statutory reporting and audit requirements
* Manage and develop staff within the finance function
* Supervise the maintenance of all financial systems, whilst identifying aspects that can be improved and implementing any necessary changes to support business development
* Develop and supervise the implementation of internal financial accounting, monitoring and reporting systems
* Oversee the management of accounts receivable and accounts payable ledgers
* Lead the end-to-end audit process of current systems, while acting as a point of contact for external auditors
* Take overall responsibility for the management of financial details to ensure that legal requirements are met
Experience and skills required
* Minimum 5 years experience in similar role in a commercial environment
* Experience within the Haulage industry beneficial, but not essential
* ACA/ACCA qualified.
* Good communication skills; fluent spoken and written English
* Advanced knowledge using SAGE
* Experience of reviewing and implementing changes to systems and processes with the finance function
* Someone who has a can do attitude
* Good knowledge of Excel, Outlook and Word
* Demonstrate positivity, approachability and have an investigative nature
* A practical understanding of management accounting principles and techniques
* Solid knowledge of standard accountancy and finance best practices
* Solid IT skills, including proficiency in the relevant accounting packages
* A strong understanding of tax principles and laws
* Strong analytical skills to effectively analyse financial reports
* In-depth knowledge of budgeting and financial forecasting
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