Michael Page Finance

Financial Controller 

London 

Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 + Benefits 

 

With strong growth and potential international expansion there is a recently-created opportunity for a Financial Controller within a London based Software Business.

Details about the Client

My client is a growing £30m T/O software business based in London with significant parent company backing. Their offering of user-friendly, functional software has seen them stretch their client base across a range of industries focussing on Blue Chips. Additionally, they are currently exploring their appetite for further international expansion.

Detailed Job Description

As the Financial Controller for this Software Business you will work closely with the directors of the business, take ownership for the day-to-day finances, and develop the team. Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Ownership of the day-to-day finances, including month end reporting with additional commentary
  • Implementation of a new system and development of processes
  • Leading on the preparation of accurate and insightful management information to the directors
  • Development of the finance function, including recruitment
  • Leading on the budgeting and forecasting process, including meetings with budget holders
  • Providing financial support to strategic decision making, including business case stress testing
  • Leading on year end accounts preparation and audit in conjunction with group
  • Ad hoc reporting to the directors as required

Candidate's Profile

As a strong candidate for this Financial Controller role based in London you will:

  • Be a qualified accountant (ACA) with a strong technical background preferred
  • Demonstrate a strong academic background
  • Show additional industry experience
  • Possess all-round finance skills, including financial reporting and management reporting
  • Show a proactive approach to working in a changing environment and developing processes
  • Demonstrate leadership/management experience
  • Possess excellent communication skills and a proven track record of working with senior management

What's on offer

The offer to the successful candidate will be £60,000-£75,000 depending on experience plus a competitive benefits package. You will also be joining a fast-growth environment which will facilitate quick development.

Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.

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