Financial Controller (Fixed Term)

Description

Additionally, it plays a crucial part in supporting strategic initiatives, including business restructuring, ERP implementation, and cultural transformation, ultimately contributing to long-term sustainability and success.

The Financial Controller role will ensure the financial health and stability of the organisation during a period of significant change. By leading the finance team and collaborating with senior management, the role drives financial excellence through accurate reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management.

• Compliance & Controls: Maintaining internal controls, managing audits, and ensuring tax compliance
• Ensuring accurate and compliant financial reporting in line with accounting standards and regulations
• Financial Reporting: Preparation, review, and analysis of financial statements
• Overseeing financial analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and investment potential
• Supporting strategic initiatives such as business restructuring, ERP implementation, and synergy savings
• Financial Analysis: Conducting ROI assessments and evaluating investment opportunities
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Managing the budget process, tracking variances, and providing strategic insights
• Leading the budgeting and forecasting process to support strategic decision-making
• Financial Strategy: Collaborating with senior management to drive financial and business strategy
• Team Leadership: Mentoring and developing the finance team
• Managing cash flow and working capital to maintain financial stability
• Leading and developing a high-performing finance team
• Implementing and maintaining internal controls and ensuring compliance with tax and regulatory requirements
• Cash Flow Management: Ensuring liquidity and optimizing working capital

Requirements

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong understanding of corporate finance, tax laws, and internal controls
• Strong understanding of financial regulations, accounting principles, and compliance requirements
• In-depth knowledge of accounting standards, financial regulations, and compliance requirements
• Ability to conduct high-level financial analysis to support strategic decision-making
• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing and developing teams
• Familiarity with financial systems, ERP software, and advanced financial modelling
• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification (essential)
• Extensive experience in financial leadership roles, ideally as a Financial Controller
• Experience in managing business transformation, ERP implementation, and cultural change initiatives
• Proven expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced MS Excel capabilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance