Financial Controller
- Recruiter
- BSM Group
- Location
- London (Central), London (Greater)
- Salary
- £75,000-£85,000 per annum + benefits
- Posted
- 25 May 2017
- Closes
- 01 Jun 2017
- Ref
- THFCA88
- Job Title
- Financial Controller
- Category
- Transport / Logistics, Travel / Tourism
- Experience Levels
- Qualified Accountant
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
My client a leading global travel business are seeking to hire an impressive Financial Controller, you will ideally be immediately available or on short notice.
You will assist the Finance Director to develop and deliver financial management strategies, systems, controls and information to support the business and development of the Company and its several legal entities. Develop and mentor the finance team to prepare and issue timely financial accounts, reports and forecasts to ensure business development, continuity and legal compliance.
Description of main duties
Preparation of accounts
- Ensure the preparation of accurate monthly management accounts
- Ensure regulatory requirements of dedicated legal entities are met regarding all the Company’s financial controls, policies and procedures
- Produce statutory accounts and when required in accordance with the relevant accounting principles and the legislation of the countries in which they operate
- Ensure all controls in respect of financial management are conducted in accordance with the Company guidelines at all times
- Manage all aspects of financial performance including; accurate revenue recognition, monthly forecasting, billing, accounts receivable and collections.
- Prepare and report on ad hoc financial information as requested
Budgets and forecasts
- Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts and business plans as requested
- Review, interpret and report on monthly accounts, performance and variances; analyse trends and investigate discrepancies; drive corrective measures in a collaborative manner with the relevant teams
Financial management & controls
- Prepare, monitor and manage cash flow position
- Project cash flow as requested
- Oversee and control payments to suppliers and other stakeholders
- Oversee the control of all accountancy transactions and matters at all times
- Conduct regular reviews of the effectiveness of internal controls covering financial, operational and compliance procedures and implement new controls and procedures as required
- Develop a monthly analytical summary for Senior Management highlighting operating results and Key Performance Indicators.
- Assist the Finance Director to develop and implement corporate governance and risk management procedures, and internal controls
Taxation
- Support the Finance Director in the development and execution of the Group’s taxation strategy
- Ensure returns for Corporation tax, VAT and other relevant taxes are accurately submitted, legally compliant and all payments made within specified deadlines
Team
- Assist the Finance Director to recruit, develop and mentor the finance team to deliver comprehensive and legally compliant financial management, cultivate a team oriented environment and work to ensure talent enhancement and career advancement.
- Provide the finance team with direction and guidance in all areas of accounting and finance
General
- Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisers, bankers and other parties as directed by the Finance Director
- Update the Finance on key technical developments which are relevant to the operation of an efficient finance function
- Provide assistance as required during any transactions (acquisitions and disposals)
- Ad hoc capital project appraisals
- Provide transactional financial assistance to the operational management of the business on a day to day basis
Desired Skills and Experience
- Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA) with at least 5 years commercial experience
- Experience producing consolidated management accounts
- Advanced Excel/modelling skills required
- Strong analytical skills, including the ability to provide commercially focused variance analysis and commentary
- Able to work in a highly pressurised, dynamic and entrepreneurial environment
- Experience in using SAP accounting software is desirable