Financial Controller
The Financial Controller is responsible for the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of the company’s financial reporting. Operating within a medium-sized business that forms part of a large corporate group, the role has a strong focus on month-end close, statutory and group reporting, compliance with accounting standards, and effective management of intercompany accounting.
The role ensures all group reporting requirements and deadlines are met while maintaining strong financial controls and governance.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Full ownership of the month-end close process, ensuring accurate, complete and timely financial information
Preparation and review of monthly management accounts in line with group reporting requirements
Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards (FRS 102 / IFRS as applicable) and group accounting policies
Preparation and coordination of statutory accounts and management of the external audit process
Responsibility for balance sheet integrity, including monthly reconciliations and reviews
Oversight of intercompany accounting, reconciliations, confirmations and settlement processes
Ensure all group reporting submissions, disclosures and deadlines are met accurately and on time
Maintain and enhance financial controls, policies and procedures in line with group governance
Act as the primary liaison with group finance on technical accounting matters and reporting queries
Support the Finance Director with budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis
Line management, development and performance management of the finance team
Process and submit VAT returns
Additional Responsibilities:
Act as a key finance contact for internal and external stakeholders
Support system, reporting and process improvements, including automation where appropriate
Ensure compliance with internal control frameworks, audit requirements and corporate governance standards
Skills, Qualifications & Experience Requirements:
Experience in an large corporate company
Fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA preferable
Strong technical accounting knowledge with proven application of accounting standards
Strong Excel and financial systems experience such as PowerBI
Experience working with Macros/VBA/SQL (desirable)
Ability to work in a growing fast paced environment
Excellent organisation / time management skills
Strong communication / interpersonal skills
Possess Commercial Awareness and business acumen
Experience using finance software such as SAGE 200 / IFS / SAP (desirable)