Financial Controller - Bedfordshire, United Kingdom - Vitae Financial Recruitment Limited

Vitae Financial Recruitment Limited

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Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Our client, a well-known consumer facing brand with a reputation for providing a supportive and flexible working environment, is looking to source a dynamic Financial Controller to join its talented team.

Working closely with the FD, aside from havingoverall responsibility for the accounting function, you'll also be asked to focus on strategic objectives and projects that will help propel the finance operations forward.

Main duties include:

Leading a small team, covering financial accounts, management accounts, AP, AR and payroll
Owning the audit relationship with external auditors at half and full year end
Working with external tax advisors
Reviewing processes and controls; leading a project to add improvements or replace the finance systems, ensuring processes are as automated as possible and fit for purpose
Monthly reporting to the Board
Technical expertise and ensuring compliance on all new and existing accounting standards

Key skills & experience required:

Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA
Experience managing and developing a team
Excellent organisational and planning skills
Solid financial accounting knowledge, with exposure to IFRS1
Examples to date of process improvements and demonstrating initiative
Positive and proactive approach to problem solving
Confident and credible character, can build relationships with ease

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic senior finance professional to join this fun and fast-paced employer, where you will be given lots of autonomy to make impact in your role.

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