Finance Controller- hybrid

Sheridan Maine is delighted to be working with a Hampshire based client that operates in an interesting and niche sector. They are currently recruiting for a technically strong qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) Accountant to join their team as Finance Controller.  

The successful candidate will have previously led and developed a finance team within a larger organisation with experience and knowledge of process improvement and leading change.

Your responsibilities will include providing leadership and guidance to a reporting team undertaking the following tasks:

• Take responsibility for financial control, accounting and reporting
• Preparation of financial and management reports
• Managing preparation of all statutory compliance documentation and VAT returns
• Creation of daily, weekly and monthly reports
• Ensure all deadlines are met and completed
• Understanding business needs and ensuring that processes are aligned and compliant

• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements
• Coordination of financial statements
• Project related activities around process enhancement and change
• Build and maintain good relationships with all stakeholders

What you will need to be considered for this role:

• Qualified accountant ACA /  ACCA / CIMA
• Strong technical accounting expertise   

• Experience of leading and developing teams within a larger organisation
• Proven background working on process improvement projects coupled with implementing change
• Experience of working with a range of stakeholders
• Strong communication skills

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.