Financial Controller

This is a great opportunity to join a rapidly expanding forward thinking SME organisation. You will control the Finance function and report directly to the MD in a business that great by 40% last year.

Client Details

This client is a forward thinking entrepreneurial employer. They are looking to create an environment where people can find an excellent work life balance and enjoy their job. Having grown significantly in the past 12 months it is critical for them now to have in place the controls required for a medium sized enterprise to prosper.

Description

Working alongside the MD, the Head of Finance / Finance Director will be an exceptional accountant, hands on with the company finances whilst being commercially aware, advising on best path of growth for the business based on financial analysis.

• Provide leadership on the Company's financial progression, to optimise the company's financial performance and critical decisions

• Take overall responsibility of the company's finance and accounting function across the four main entities

• Contribute financial analysis and guidance on all activities, plans, targets and business drivers

• Understand, review, sign off monthly management accounts and present to Board members

• Support MD with KPI reporting and implement movement to Management Accountant

• Develop, implement and ensure all Company financial systems are robust, compliant and support current requirements and future growth

• Continue with the restructure of the finance team; train, support and mentor staff

• Review and improve existing systems & processes

• Have ultimate responsibility for company cash management policies

• Prepare audit packs for external accountants and presenting completed annual accounts to Board / investors

• Ensure all statutory and regulatory requirements from all governing bodies are adhered to (oversee vat/ paye /corporation tax/ Companies House etc)

• Establish a high level of credibility and manage strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Implement auto enrolment of 3 company pension schemes

• Ensure statutory accounts are reviewed and filed at Companies House

Profile

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with a track record of ensuring tight controls and meeting deadlines. You will capable of operating effectively in an entrepreneurial environment and able to influence the management team and advise on the best commercial path for the business to take.

Job Offer

Excellent salary and benefits