Job Description
We're hiring a Financial Controller to run day-to-day finance while supporting a fractional CFO and the MD. Ideal for a qualified accountant who enjoys ownership, pace and visibility!
Client Details
Our client is a well-established Distribution company are currently recruiting a Financial Controller to join them on-site on a full time basis. They are known for their innovative and high-quality products, and pride themselves on their impressive service.
This role requires a site-based presence.
Description
Reporting to the (part time) CFO and Managing Director, the Financial Controller duties include;
Working with a small accounts team to ensure provision of accurate and timely financial information.
- Assigning ad-hoc tasks to the wider team.
- Raising issues and weekly catch-up with the CFO.
- Review of monthly management accounts and preparation of commentary
- Presentation of management accounts and other financial information at weekly Finance Meetings.
- Review and presentation of weekly reports (invoicing / cashflows / forecasts / aged stock).
- VAT, customs duties and corporation tax compliance.
- Preparation of annual accounts and consolidation.
- Leading the annual audit.
- Overall responsibility for annual budget.
- Enhancing cash flow forecasting and working capital management.
- May be invited to attend Board Meetings on specific matters of a financial nature.
Profile
The successful Financial Controller should have:
- A formal qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
- Experience of working on Sage X3 or other similar ERP systems (SAP / Business Central / Micrososoft Dynamics).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong Excel skills
- A highly organised approach with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Relevant experience gained within a similar SME
- Demonstrable experience of effective working relationships inside and outside the business
- Line management experience, including personal development reviews
- MUST DRIVE to get to the location
Job Offer
- Generous holiday leave of 25 days plus bank holidays.
- An employer pension contribution of 6%.
- The opportunity to work in a supportive and professional environment.
If interested then please do apply to this Management Accountant position for immediate consideration.
