Job Title: Financial Controller - Newly Qualified Accountant
Location: Rugby, UK
Salary: Up to £60,000 + Car Allowance
Robert Half is pleased to be working with a leading UK company that holds the prestigious position of Number 1 in the UK for their industry. We are actively seeking a dynamic and ambitious Newly Qualified Accountant to join the team as the Financial Controller. This role is a key position within the wider group, reporting directly to the Group Financial Director and UK MD.
Responsibilities:
- Business Partnering: Work closely with the Managing Director, providing financial insights to support strategic decision-making.
- Regional Integration: Collaborate with regional managers across 8 locations, actively contributing to the better integration of the company. Travel to various locations within the UK, actively engaging with on-site teams and fostering effective communication.
- Ambitious Leadership: Be an ambitious and proactive leader, contributing to the upward trajectory of both your career and the company.
- Hands-on Accounting: Take ownership of the Profit and Loss (P&L) statements, ensuring accurate financial reporting, including the Balance Sheet, P&L & Cash Flow Statements
- Tax Reporting: Oversee tax reporting activities, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and timely submissions.
- Technical Accounting: Stay abreast of accounting standards and implement necessary changes. Provide insights on technical accounting matters.
- Year-End Activities: Lead and coordinate year-end processes, collaborating with internal teams and external auditors. Act as the primary contact for auditors, facilitating a smooth audit process and addressing any queries.
Qualifications:
- Newly Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
- Proven experience in a hands-on financial role, ideally with exposure to business partnering.
- Strong technical accounting skills and familiarity with relevant tax regulations.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact and influence at all levels.
- Ambitious mindset and a desire to contribute to the growth and success of the organisation.
- Willingness to travel across the Midlands as part of the business partnering activities.
Offer:
- Competitive salary up to £60,000.
- Car allowance.
- Opportunity to work with a market leader in the UK.
- Career development and progression within a dynamic and growing company.
If you are an ambitious and driven individual looking to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply for this exciting Financial Controller role based in Rugby. Take charge of your career journey and be part of a company that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.
Please submit your application along with a detailed CV and cover letter
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