Financial Controller

As Financial Controller you will support the business unit with the production of management accounts as well as other financial information to support continued business growth.

Client Details

My client are a circa £80 million turnover Private Equity backed business who have growth significantly over the last few years, both organically and more recently through acquisition. They are in their 2nd round of PE investment, having been acquired by their current owners 3 years ago. You will work closely alongside their high calibre Head of Finance and CFO and well as the wider SLT.

Description

• To be responsible for the largest business unit within the group and manage a small team within this business unit
• Support with business partnering operational and commercial areas of the business to support with value creation
• Preparation of analysis and reports for the board and SLT to demonstrate performance of the business
• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, working to deadlines and other supporting information
• Support the Head of Finance with the group board pack by contributing insights from analysis
• Be able to report a 13-week forecast on a weekly basis for consolidation into the Group
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure that sales and margin forecasts are accurately maintained
• Taking responsibility for the budgeting and forecasting process for the business unit
• Liaising with the auditors to support with the annual audit

Profile

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent
• Previous experience operating as a Financial Controller or at Finance Manager level
• It would be advantageous to have experience working within a contracting/service organisation
• Strong financial analysis experience and the ability to present data
• Previous experience of preparing management accounts and financial forecasts
• Good communication skills
• Strong attention to detail

Job Offer

A competitive salary, as well as a opportunity to work in a high growth business with a genuine chance of progression.