Financial Controller

Recruiter
Communicate
Location
Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Salary
£60,000 plus £5k car + bonus + benefits etc
Posted
15 May 2017
Closes
22 May 2017
Ref
SR0004
Experience Levels
Qualified Accountant
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

The role:

Communicate are proud to present this spectacular opportunity to join a FTSE listed energy company.

The company are recruiting a Financial Controller to join them in their contuinual growth into the renewables market.

The candidate needs to be a self starter that is keen to grow and develop within the role.

  • Create monthly and annual reports to identify results, trends, and financial forecasts
  • Oversee all company accounts and investments
  • Manage cash flow by tracking transactions and regularly reviewing internal reports
  • Supervise and manage financial department staff, including accountants and financial assistants
  • Motivate and lead finance team members by clarifying roles and providing helpful feedback
  • Suggest updates and improvements for accounting systems, including payroll and invoicing
  • Create systems to prevent errors in data collection and calculations

The candidate:

  • Qualified accountant with strong technical accounting knowledge
  • Ability to build & maintain effective working relationships
  • Strong communication and influencing skills
  • Self starting and detail driven
  • Energy/Utilities experience desired not essential

Skills and Systems:

  • ACA, CIMA, ACCA (or equivalent)
  • Ideally 3-6 years post qualified experience
  • Reporting tools (Excel, Business Objects etc)
  • Data and supporting systems (SAP, BI, EDW)