Financial Controller

Job Description

Our client is a progressive SME in the Banbury area, who are looking to expand rapidly over the next 3-5 years. They are therefore seeking a qualified (ACCA) accountant to join them in the role of Financial Controller. This role would be reporting to, and working closely with the CFO, and would suit an experienced Management Accountant, who has experience of producing management accounts for multiple SME entities. The company is a fast-moving commercial business, and there are excellent future progression prospects for the right candidate. 

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare consolidated management accounts within set deadlines.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records, including compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular financial analysis with the CFO to support decision-making and strategic projects.

Cashflow Management

• Monitor, forecast, and manage cashflow effectively to ensure financial stability.
• Provide accurate cashflow reports and recommendations for optimisation.

Compliance and Reconciliation

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of VAT returns.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.

Payroll and Operational Oversight

• Manage and run the monthly payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.
• Oversee the work of the Accounts Assistant, ensuring timely and accurate processing of financial transactions.

Strategic Support

• Collaborate with leadership on financial strategy, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Drive initiatives to improve financial processes and systems.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• Qualified ACCA with commercial experience, ideally in a fast-paced SME environment.
• Solid accounting skills, management account preparation, balance sheet reconciliations and general controls expertise. 
• Excellent MS Excel skills (advanced) with an eye for detail. 
• Good systems experience, able to troubleshoot, suggest improvements and take on improvement projects for the betterment of the accounts department. 
• Own transport due to location.

If you feel that you have the skills and expertise that our client is looking for, please apply today for a fast response. If you would like to discuss this opportunity, please contact Stuart Moore in the first instance.