Group Financial Controller

We're working with a successful and growing business that's continuing to invest in its people, systems and finance function as part of its long-term growth plans. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Group Financial Controller / Finance Manager to join the business in a senior position, taking responsibility for financial reporting, compliance and financial controls across a number of group companies. Working closely with senior management, you'll help ensure the finance function continues to support the business as it grows. The role would suit a technically strong accountant who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and is looking for a varied position with exposure to senior stakeholders and ongoing business improvement projects.

THE GROUP FINANCIAL CONTROLLER ROLE:

• Managing the month-end close process and producing consolidated financial information across multiple companies
• Preparing monthly management reports and ensuring financial information is accurate and delivered on time
• Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining strong financial controls
• Looking after intercompany accounting, including reconciliations and internal recharges
• Preparing cash flow reports and supporting balance sheet forecasting
• Coordinating the preparation of statutory accounts and managing the year-end audit process
• Working with external auditors, tax advisers and other professional contacts
• Ensuring the business remains compliant with accounting standards, VAT and other statutory requirements
• Maintaining accounting policies and helping to keep financial procedures up to date
• Supporting the setup of new companies within the group, including finance processes and reporting structures
• Identifying opportunities to improve finance processes and helping to introduce more efficient ways of working
• Supporting the ongoing development of finance systems and reporting tools
• Providing guidance and support to Management Accountants and junior members of the finance team
• Producing financial information and analysis to support senior management and Board decisions
• Assisting with business projects as the group continues to grow

THE PERSON:

• Essential ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or qualified by experience
• Current experience as a Group Financial Controller / Finance Manager or in a similar senior finance position, with multi-entity or Group Accounts experience
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with experience preparing group financial reports
• Experience producing statutory accounts and managing external audits
• Good understanding of financial controls, balance sheet management and compliance
• Strong Excel skills and experience using ERP or finance systems
• Able to communicate confidently with colleagues across the business and senior management
• A practical approach with good attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Desirable Experience within the construction, property or engineering sectors
• Previous involvement in improving finance processes or implementing new systems
• Experience supporting business growth, acquisitions or changes to group structure