Financial Controller / Assistant Financial Controller An excellent opportunity to join a well-established, ambitious and growing professional services business in Canterbury. Fresh People are recruiting for a Financial Controller / Assistant Financial Controller to join the internal finance team of a highly regarded accountancy and advisory firm. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking for a broad, hands-on role within a business undergoing significant growth and development.
Working closely with senior management, you will play an important part in delivering accurate financial reporting, strengthening financial controls, supporting commercial decision-making and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations. The position would suit an experienced Assistant Financial Controller ready to take the next step, or an established Financial Controller who enjoys a varied role combining operational finance, reporting and business partnering.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports and supporting commentary for senior management. Support the preparation of Board reporting packs, management information and financial analysis. Manage cashflow forecasting, banking activities and treasury requirements. Assist with annual budgeting, financial forecasts and variance analysis. Oversee purchase and sales ledger activities, payment runs, reconciliations and financial controls. Support year-end accounting processes, statutory reporting and external audits.
Monitor financial performance, identifying trends, risks and opportunities for improvement. Work closely with senior stakeholders to provide meaningful financial information and support business decisions. Support and guide colleagues within the finance function, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and adherence to deadlines. Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting processes and internal controls. Contribute to wider finance projects and business improvement initiatives as the organisation continues to grow.
About You
We are looking for a commercially aware, organised and proactive finance professional who combines strong technical accounting skills with the ability to build effective relationships across a business. The ideal candidate will demonstrate: ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualification, or be suitably qualified by experience. Previous experience in an Assistant Financial Controller, Financial Controller, Finance Manager or similar senior finance position. Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience.
Experience preparing budgets, forecasts and cashflow projections. A sound understanding of financial controls, reconciliations and accounting processes. Confidence in preparing and presenting financial information to senior stakeholders. Strong Excel skills and experience working with accounting and financial reporting systems. Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. A proactive, hands-on approach with a willingness to support the wider finance team.
Strong communication skills and the confidence to challenge, influence and contribute to business decisions. Experience within professional services, accountancy or another commercially focused business would be advantageous, although candidates from other sectors with relevant financial management experience are encouraged to apply. The Opportunity This is an excellent time to join a successful and expanding organisation with ambitious plans for continued growth. The role offers: A permanent, full-time position based in Canterbury.
The opportunity to work closely with senior leadership. A varied position offering exposure across financial management, reporting and operational finance. The chance to contribute to process improvements and the continued development of the finance function. A supportive professional environment with opportunities for career development and progression. Apply Today If you are an experienced finance professional looking for your next opportunity within a successful and growing business, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply with your updated CV for a confidential discussion with Fresh People Recruitment.
Financial Controller in Canterbury employer: Fresh People Ltd
Join a dynamic fresh produce business in Bearsted, Maidstone, where your passion for product quality and data can flourish. We offer a collaborative work culture that values innovation and hands-on experience, providing you with opportunities to engage directly with growers and breeders while developing your skills in product evaluation and emerging technologies. With a focus on employee growth and exciting projects, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the fresh produce industry.
