Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the financial reporting and control team, ensuring the successful delivery of monthly, quarterly, annual, and statutory reporting within agreed deadlines.
* Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (IFRS/UK GAAP as applicable), regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
* Maintain and enhance the financial control framework, ensuring robust governance, risk management, and compliance processes are in place.
* Oversee the preparation and review of statutory accounts, audit requirements, and direct and indirect tax filings.
* Act as the key point of contact for external auditors, tax advisors, regulators, and other internal and external stakeholders.
* Deliver accurate management information, including key performance indicators and financial analysis to support business decision-making.
* Drive continuous improvement across financial reporting, controls, systems, and processes.
* Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and wider finance initiatives as required.
* Develop and mentor members of the finance team, promoting a high-performance culture.
Requirements:
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
* Proven Financial Controller experience within a complex business environment.
* Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS and statutory reporting requirements.
* Experience managing audits, financial controls, and regulatory compliance.
* Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
* Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
* Advanced Excel and finance systems experience
Salary description
£400.00 - £500.00 per day