Financial Controller (Qualified)

“Quality performance starts with a positive attitude.”  Jeffrey Gitomer.
 
Our client, located in London, is actively seeking a Financial Controller to join their team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified accountants (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with international accounting experience who are looking to take the next step in their career.
 
The role is hybrid, requiring 3 days per week in their South-West London office.
 
Responsibilities of the Financial Controller include:

• Collaborate with the Director to manage the ERP system for month-end closing and reporting
• Help streamline processes to reduce close time from 5 days to 3
• Review and analyse month-end figures, resolving issues with stakeholders
• Assist the Finance Director in developing a consolidated accounting platform in TM1/Cognos
• Apply critical thinking to improve global accounting policies, ensuring compliance with FRS and GAAP
• Support the development of an internal audit mechanism
• Manage relationships with external auditors
• Use data modelling to identify missed revenue
• Identify financial risks and opportunities, while optimising cashflow and supporting growth
• Develop a global cashflow management process with the group treasurer
• Create cashflow reporting solutions for the executive team
• Provide project support for modernising financial processes
• Assist with key finance projects related to department updates and restructuring.

The successful Financial Controller will require the following knowledge and experience:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent
• International accounting experience is preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role or fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics is preferred
• Experience with TM1/Cognos is desirable
• Advanced Excel modelling skills

If you’re passionate about this position or are keen to hear more, please click on “apply” as soon as possible.
 
You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
 
Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.