Finance Controller

Investigo are working closely with a leading Services business to help them secure a Financial Controller to join an existing dynamic team of finance professionals. the Financial Controller will be heavily involved in processing change and will have Experience of improving management accounts processes, this role will report into the Head of Finance

Responsibilities and main duties:

• Comparison of performance against budgets/forecasts
• Performance analysis and identification of trends incorporating business KPIs

• Ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards and statutory and regulatory requirements
• Preparation of annual budgets/reforecasts and accurate cash flow forecasts
• Ensure strong internal control environment
  • Transactions are authorised within delegated limits of authority
  • Balance sheet reconciliations performed monthly
• Review monthly VAT returns and ensure compliance
• Developing systems, financial policies and procedures for the company and managing systems projects as required
• Management of reporting team
• Supporting Head of Finance on transactions and treasury matters

The role would suit a qualified accountant with a minimum of 3 years' experience working as a financial controller or similar role in industry.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience of leading teams and managing performance
• ACA/ACCA qualified accountant,
• Excellent technical accounting skills (UK GAAP & IFRS)
• Excellent time management, prioritisation of workload ensuring deadlines are met
• Ability to identify weaknesses in existing processes and drive a continuous improvement agenda
• Advanced excel skills
• Understanding of UK corporate taxation