Job Title: Financial Controller
Location: Maidenhead (Hybrid)
Department: Finance
Salary: £70,000 - £75,000
Job Summary:
I am hiring for a dynamic and experienced Financial Controller to lead a finance team and oversee the financial operations of the organisation. This role will be responsible for managing a team of 5, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, statutory accounting, VAT compliance, and the overall financial integrity of the company. The ideal candidate will be fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong leadership abilities and a solid background in financial management and statutory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the month-end close process, ensuring the timely and accurate completion of financial statements.
- Oversee the reconciliation of balance sheets, income statements, and other financial reports.
- Review and approve journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
- Ensure statutory accounts are prepared and filed accurately and in compliance with accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, UK GAAP).
- Oversee the preparation and submission of VAT returns, ensuring full compliance with VAT regulations.
- Manage and mentor a team of 5 finance professionals, providing guidance and support on all aspects of financial management.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
- Continuously evaluate and improve financial systems, processes, and controls to increase efficiency.
- Implement best practices in financial reporting and ensure strong internal controls.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
- Strong experience with statutory accounting, VAT, and tax compliance.
- Demonstrable experience in managing month-end close processes and preparing financial statements.
- Proven leadership and team management skills with experience leading a finance team.
- Experience working with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, UK GAAP, and other relevant accounting standards.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
If you are interested in this role please apply with your updated CV or send it to k.blanchard@in2-consult.com