On an exclusive basis, greenwellgleeson are recruiting for a no. 1 Financial Controller to head up a UK division of a large group.
Duties of the role will include:
1. Financial Reporting and Month-End Activities:
Oversee the preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Ensure timely and accurate month-end closing activities.
Maintain robust financial controls and compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulations.
2. Business Partnering:
Collaborate with operations, aftersales, and sales teams to drive commercial performance.
Provide financial insights and support to help shape strategic and operational decisions.
Develop and implement financial strategies to support business growth and profitability.
3. HR Compliance:
Ensure compliance with all HR policies and regulations with the support of an outsourced HR partner.
Oversee HR activities including contracts, payroll, and employee relations.
Support the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
4. Leadership and Management:
Lead and develop the finance team, including a Finance Assistant and a Credit Controller.
Foster a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and collaboration within the finance team.
Represent the finance function within the senior leadership team and contribute to overall business strategy.
5. Coordination with Parent Company:
Maintain a dotted line of responsibility to the parent company finance function.
Ensure alignment with the parent company's financial policies and reporting requirements.
Facilitate communication and reporting between the UK operations and the parent company.
Qualifications:
Fully Qualified ACA/ ACCA/ ACMA
Extensive experience in financial management, including financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and regulations.
Proven experience in business partnering and influencing commercial performance.
Familiarity with HR compliance and payroll management would be highly advantageous
Excellent leadership and team management skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Personal Attributes:
Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
High level of integrity and dependability.
Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships across the organization.
Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality.
Company Benefits: standard pension, hybrid working 25 days holidays + BH
Experience required: Qualified ACA/ ACCA/ ACMA with 3-5 years PQE
