Financial Controller

About the Role:

I am seeking a Financial Controller to manage day-to-day finance functions, provide commercial input to the Senior Management Team, oversee financial controls, and drive business improvements. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in a similar role, ideally within the SME sector. Initially a temporary position, there is scope for the role to be made temporary upon a successful assignment. This role can pay £250 PAYE or £300 via Umbrella (Inside IR35)

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring smooth operations.
• Oversee monthly closing processes and own the monthly results.
• Ensure accurate cashflow management and monthly forecasting.
• Maintain accurate VAT accounting records and ensure compliance with legislation changes.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Create annual budget and forecast models.
• Maintain monthly intercompany reconciliations (national and international).
• Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures.
• Support the production of new financial KPIs and drive operational teams to improve performance.
• Maintain strong relationships with external parties (e.g., auditors, banks).

About You:

We are looking for a candidate with:

• Successful, proven experience in relevant finance roles.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail resulting in consistent, reliable information.
• Ability to work independently ensuring high-quality output.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, index look-ups, etc.).
• Relevant accountancy qualification