Financial Controller

  • Job Reference: 1291682752-2
  • Date Posted: 11 April 2024
  • Recruiter: Reed
  • Location: Leatherhead, Surrey
  • Salary: £50,000 to £60,000
  • Sector: Accounting
  • Job Type: Permanent

Job Description

Financial Controller
  • Annual Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
  • Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Controller to oversee our accounting operations within a dynamic SME. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic approach to financial management, ensuring accuracy and compliance while supporting the company's growth objectives.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Manage all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
  • Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances.
  • Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements.
  • Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting.
  • Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
  • Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
  • Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
  • Additional controller duties as necessary.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Proven working experience as a Financial Controller.
  • 5+ years of overall combined accounting and finance experience.
  • Advanced degree in Accounting.
  • Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
  • Experience with creating financial statements.
  • Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.
  • Excellent accounting software user and administration skills.
  • ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary range of £50,000 - £60,000 per annum.
  • Opportunity to play a key role in the financial direction of the company.
  • Exposure to strategic business decisions.
  • Professional development in a supportive and challenging environment.

To apply for this Financial Controller position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.