Financial Controller

Simon Acres Recruitment are recruiting for a luxury high-end kitchen company based in Hertfordshire who work with both private and commercial clients. Seeking an Experienced Financial Controller or Finance Director to support the Managing Director.

This is a permanent position offering a hybrid work pattern (2 days per week from home).

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller looking to progress to Finance Director or for an established Finance Director looking for a new challenge.

The ideal candidate will be an all-rounder who is self-motivated, down to earth and a team player, with personable qualities. Possessing strong Excel skills. Ideally you will be a qualified Accountant who is CIMA qualified or hold an equivalent qualification. Providing support to the Managing Director you will have the ability to work independently using your own initiative and have a keen eye for detail.

The Role:

• Management of the Finance team - 2 (Accounts Assistant & part time Purchase Ledger).
• Budgeting & forecasting.
• Liquidity planning.
• Month end processing & reporting.
• VAT returns.
• Checking of CIS records & submission.
• Data analysis & KPI preparation.
• Review & approval of weekly payment runs by bacs.
• Commission calculation for sales colleagues.
• Payroll (reporting process by external company).
• Controlling responsibilities.
• Office Manager duties - overseeing processes.
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.40pm. Additional hours may be expected at month end.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experienced Financial Controller or Finance Director.
• Ideally you will be a qualified Accountant - CIMA qualified or hold an equivalent qualification.
• SAP experience (preferable).
• Strong Excel experience is essential.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Methodical, self-motivated, and organised.
• Confident with strong communication and time management skills.
• Team player, confident and professional.
• Ability conversate at all levels (staff, suppliers & clients), via phone, e-mail and in person.
• Full UK driving licence.

Simon Acres Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy.