Financial Controller

Orka Financial is working with a growing services business based in Middlesex to recruit a Financial Controller. This is a great opportunity for either a candidate looking for their first step in to a traditional FC role or a more experienced FC. The role combines all duties you would associate with a medium sized Financial Controller position, you will take ownership of the monthly reporting, management of a small team (3 direct reports) as well as as some interaction with other department /stakeholders across the business.
Responsibilities:
o General accounting oversight
o Monitoring and administrating internal polices and controls
o Coordinating processes between third parties and the business
o Managing banking & company credit card transactions including bank reconciliations
o Provide finance support to the Group’s HR and Payroll function, including reporting, payments and creditor/debtor reconciliations
o Management of Accounts Payable including payments, vender set up and relations
o Management of Accounts Receivable including billing, collections and receipting
o Intercompany reconciliation and reporting within group and wider company
o Collation, review and filing of all required VAT returns, HMRC PAYE payments and Pension Fund contributions
o Preparing and communicating cashflow projections including management of intercompany loans to meet liabilities on a weekly basis
o Become the subject matter expert on financial systems and implementation of accounting policies in line with prevailing FRS
o Lead the end-to-end audit process of current systems, while acting as a point of contact for external auditors
o Oversee timely and accurate period close results, including preparation of monthly/quarterly management accounts, associated reports to stakeholders and thorough review of all balance sheet reconciliations
o Prepare annual revenue and capital budget models, analysis and reports for Senior Management Team and Budget holders
o Monitor financial progress against targets and provide timely updates to stakeholders through regular forecasting, and monthly finance reviews
o Assist in ensuring that all internal control measures are implemented and communicated to all appropriate staff. Assist in the risk management process within the department and in the promotion of risk management throughout the group
o Review the performance of line managed staff on an on-going basis and provide guidance and support where required
o Maintain a Fixed Asset Register
o Manage, mentor, and motivate the finance team within your department
o Contribute toward group efficiency projects/initiatives
o Develop and supervise the implementation of internal financial accounting, monitoring, and reporting systems
Profile:

• Fully qualified ACCA / ACA / CIMA or equivalent

• No less than 5 years’ experience in similar management roles involving line management of multiple staff

• Be an articulate, team player with the ability to communicate confidently with junior and senior finance and operational personnel alike

• Strong IT skills, including Excel, a can-do attitude to learning new systems

• Experience of working within a professional environment

• A friendly customer-focused attitude

Salary
£65,000 - £75,000 + benefits