Join a dynamic and growing organisation within the SME business sector as Financial Controller based in Hook. With a strong focus on operational excellence, innovation, and team development, this award-winning company boasts a collaborative culture and ambitious growth plans. This key leadership role offers an exciting opportunity for a driven finance professional to influence strategic decision-making while managing a busy finance team. Competitive salary with attractive benefits package.
What will the Financial Controller role involve?
Leading the management and oversight of financial reporting, ensuring all month-end processes and management accounts are prepared accurately and within deadlines, providing clear insights to support business growth
Driving improvements in financial controls and processes across multiple divisions, ensuring compliance and efficiency through systems, systems, and procedures
Managing the month-end cycle, including reconciliations, journal entries, and statutory returns, while providing valuable analysis to aid business decisions
Mentoring and developing a high-performing finance team of approximately 10 staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth
Acting as a key point of contact for external auditors, managing audits smoothly and effectively
Suitable Candidate for the Financial Controller vacancy:
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with extensive post-qualification experience in a comparable SME environment
Proven track record of overseeing multiple financial entities, demonstrating strong controls, management reporting, and process improvement
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, capable of inspiring and developing finance teams
Strong technical knowledge of financial compliance standards, including FRS102, VAT, PAYE/NI, and CIS
Highly organised, detail-oriented, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation
Additional benefits and information for the role of Financial Controller:
Competitive salary range (£75,000 - £95,000, depending on experience) tailored to experience, with generous holiday entitlement
Supporting work environment committed to professional development and career progression
Bonus scheme and other benefits available to recognise your contribution
Opportunity to lead critical financial operations and be part of a forward-thinking organisation with ambitious plans
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