Group Financial Controller

NLB Solutions are working with a business in St Albans that are looking for a new Group Financial Controller due to promotion. The role requires someone that is used to managing teams on a regular basis and deal with senior decision makers. The business are looking for a Practice trained individual that has been qualified ACA or ACCA for at least 5 years and that has experience of working in a financial controller capacity and has a proven capacity to improve processes and procedures to make the accounting functions running more efficiently over time.
The business offer excellent development and growth opportunities and training that will help to grow the individual to the next phase of their career. With parking and close to local amenities, the offices offer an excellent working environment.
Duties:
* Manage and oversee the daily operations of the finance department.
* On an ongoing basis, lead, mentor, and develop the internal finance team.
* Allocate work effectively and ensure high standards of accuracy and timeliness.
* Support succession planning and continuous improvement within the finance function.
* Review the monthly management accounts, and prepare reports for partner meetings and the management committee.
* Manage and oversee the month-end closing process, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reported in a timely manner. A key objective will be to streamline and reduce our month end close process.
* Ensure all reporting from our accounts management software is accurate and reconciled.
* Responsibility for ensuring all accounting and calculations required to maintain partner capital accounts are completed timely and accurately, as well as all necessary reporting.
* Prepare and present accurate and timely financial statements, and coordinate and manage the annual audit process. Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
* Manage the annual budget process and oversee subsequent reforecasting as appropriate.
* Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support business decision-making, including regular flash reporting and KPIs for partners.
* Ensure charge out rates are appropriately set and communicated across the firm.
* Monitor cash flow and manage working capital requirements.
* Oversee the credit control function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances, accurate debtor reporting, and effective processes to minimize overdue accounts.
* Maintain and manage our banking relationship to ensure smooth and efficient banking operations.
* Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives.
Person Spec:
* Must be a qualified accountant ACA or ACCA
* Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Proven ability to manage and develop a team.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
* High level of integrity and ethical standards
* Demonstrated ability to be proactive and continuously seek out opportunities for change and improvement