Financial Controller

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller to join a dynamic and growing company in the Loughton area. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role in managing and overseeing the financial operations of the business. If you are an experienced and qualified finance professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for driving financial excellence, we would love to hear from you.

Main Responsibilities:

Finance:

• Manage and ensure full awareness of all ledgers
• Prepare and post nominal journals
• Ensure timely closure of ledgers at month-end
• Prepare monthly management accounts and associated reports
• Confirm stock cut-off and calculate/check gross margin
• Oversee Purchase Ledger BACS payment runs
• Prepare VAT returns and year-end audit schedules
• Prepare draft financial statements

Cash Management:

• Monitor cashflow to maintain daily cash levels

HR:

• Supervise weekly and monthly payroll
• Manage staff development, reviews, training, and contracts
• Prepare HMRC returns and ensure RTI compliance

Stock & Shipping:

• Understand and audit the E5 pricing model in Excel and Java
• Ensure accurate stock list and correct average cost calculation
• Involvement in annual stock take and audits
• Reconcile perpetual inventory counts
• Review weekly shipping schedules
• Oversee environmental returns for packaging and batteries

Foreign Exchange (FX):

• Manage foreign currency and letters of credit
• Oversee foreign supplier payments

IT:

• Maintain systems with minimal downtime
• Recommend improvements to work practices and system enhancements

Tax:

• Oversee quarterly corporation tax payments
• Prepare tax schedules and review year-end tax returns

Property Investment:

• Authorise payments and arrange cash transfers
• Review monthly cash calls and payments
• Manage loan accounts and interest calculations
• Maintain property investment spreadsheets and year-end schedules

Other Responsibilities:

• Maintain confidentiality within the company
• Ensure efficient operations within the finance team
• Provide information to the owner/chairman as required
• Assist with ad hoc duties as needed

Competencies & Attributes:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 systems

Person Specification:

• Recognised qualification (qualified/part-qualified) from ACCA, ACA, or CIMA
• Thorough understanding of accounting principles and techniques
• Strong communication skills
• High level of professionalism and commitment to meeting targets

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional seeking a new challenge in a supportive environment, we would love to receive your application!