Job Description

Our Client, an impressive organization that have gone from strength to strength. Their continuous growth is being supported by an ambitious strategy of acquisitions and diversified revenue streams and now they are looking to recruit a Group Financial Controller. With this being a key appointment and senior member to their Finance team; an experienced Finance Manager/ Controller will be needed to join them on this exciting journey. You will require exceptional relationship management and leadership skills to successfully build and develop a team to provide first-class financial controls, reporting and compliance that will support ambitious, fast-paced growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, lead and develop the Financial Reporting team (currently 4) 
• Co-ordinate and lead the daily accounting function for the UK Region
• Implement, document, and assess accounting procedures, internal controls and database management 
• Annual budgeting process for central companies and preparation of the consolidated budget
• Monitor and analyze department work to develop more efficient and scalable procedures and the best use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy 
• Assist in the development and enforcement of accounting policy and procedures to ensure compliance with the organizations objectives and regulatory requirements
• Manage audit preparation and liaison with internal and external auditors

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A strong communicator, a focused drive for success and best practice 
• Strong leadership and can inspire, coach and mentor the reporting team
• A Qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA) with PQE and proven ability to manage all Accounting related functions 
• Hands-on experience in either audit and/or period end close
• Strong analytical skills, ability to work independently, attention to detail, good judgment 
• Strong knowledge of the latest financial accounting and reporting developments