At a Glance
- Tasks: Support finance operations, lead monthly reporting, and manage budget preparation.
- Company: Join a well-established, industry-leading business in the Newry area.
- Benefits: Negotiable salary, retention bonus, flexible hours, and on-site parking.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career development in a fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Perfect for experienced accountants seeking interim roles with impactful responsibilities.
- Qualifications: Qualified Accountant or highly experienced QBE with strong Excel skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Financial Controller - Newry area - 6 month FTC - Part time hours
Why should you apply for this role?
- Leading salary (negotiable based on experience)
- Retention bonus on completion of contract
- Hybrid working considered once settled
- Early Finish Friday
- On site parking
About the company:
HireIQ are partnering with a well-established, industry-leading business to recruit a Financial Controller on a 6-month fixed-term contract to provide interim support to the finance function. This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading organisation and work closely with the Head of Finance across key reporting, budgeting and month-end activities. The role would particularly suit a semi-retired finance professional seeking an interim opportunity, or an experienced accountant looking to further develop their skillset within a fast-paced environment.
About the Job:
- Support the Head of Finance with the day-to-day running of the finance function during a period of increased workload and budget preparation.
- Lead and facilitate the monthly close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of financial results.
- Prepare monthly management accounts and associated financial reports for senior management review.
- Take ownership of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, completeness and timely resolution of outstanding items.
- Maintain and manage customer rebate trackers, analysing accruals and ensuring accurate financial reporting.
- Support the preparation of the 2027 budget process, including development and maintenance of sales workbooks and population of profit and loss forecasts.
- Analyse financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying variances and providing meaningful commentary to management.
- Prepare Intrastat returns and ensure compliance with all relevant reporting requirements.
- Assist with cash flow forecasting and working capital management as required.
- Provide financial analysis and data manipulation using Excel to support operational and strategic decision-making.
- Support internal and external audit processes through preparation of schedules and supporting documentation.
- Review and improve existing financial processes, controls and reporting mechanisms where appropriate.
- Collaborate with operational and commercial teams to ensure financial information is accurate and supports business objectives.
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis and project support as requested by the Head of Finance.
About you:
- Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or highly experienced QBE.
- Previous experience operating at Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager level.
- Potentially semi-retired or seeking an interim contract opportunity.
- Advanced Excel skills, including complex workbooks, reconciliations and forecasting models.
- Strong month-end and management reporting experience.
For further information on this opportunity or if you are considering making the next step in your career get in touch with James McCord @ HIREIQ.
Financial Controller (6month FTC - Part time) TLNT1_NI employer: HireIQ
HireIQ offers an exceptional working environment for finance professionals in the Newry area, providing a leading salary and flexible part-time hours that cater to your lifestyle. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills while collaborating closely with senior management in a supportive culture that values work-life balance, including benefits like early finish Fridays and on-site parking.
