Due to continued growth and expansion, our client, a growing SME business which is part of a larger group, is seeking to hire a Financial Controller to join their team.
Our client is an established company with steady growth in recent years.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
This role will lead the finance function of the business and offers collaboration, autonomy, and career progression. The role will report directly to the Managing Director with a dotted line to the Group CFO.
Key responsibilities include:
* Lead the Finance function of the business and be responsible for providing “value adding” FP&A to support medium to long-term planning
* Responsibility for planning, implementing, managing, and controlling financial-related activities of the company, accounting, finance, forecasting, costings, and pricing
* Oversee the finance and accounting function across all areas with primary responsibility for cash forecasting and balance sheet reviews
* Develop and drive profitability on a key set of financial KPI’s
* Assess risks and opportunities, contributing towards the overall growth of the business
* Lead a small Finance/Accounts team to ensure that they are highly engaged and have the skill sets, resources, and support needed to deliver in their role and achieve their objectives
* Manage working capital ensuring that liquidity is maintained and optimised
* Manage and forecast annual budgets and rolling forecasts
* Analyse business trends and historical performance, working with cross-functional teams across the organisation to map out future strategic objectives
* Responsible for the management of various IT projects
* Ensure Financial Systems are as effective as possible to deliver the required information to the business
* Lead and support the development of processes and procedures
* Communicate clearly key insights and analysis on financial and business performance using meaningful reports, highlighting key trends and customized dashboards
ABOUT THE PERSON:
* Qualified Accountant with 5 years plus PQE in a financial role
* Experience managing and leading a team
* Proven ability to build successful relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
* Personable with exceptional interpersonal skills
* Commercially minded with a strong operational focus
This role offers hybrid working - 3 days per week in the office.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing, Analyst, and Finance
Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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