Group Financial Controller

Group Financial Controller Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 DOE

Location:

Walsall A leading organisation in Walsall is seeking a Group Financial Controller to join their business and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the business. This opportunity offers you the chance to work closely with senior management, oversee multi-company & multi-currency consolidations. Responsibilities of the Group Financial Controller:
Provide guidance and support to group accounting staff while liaising regularly with senior management teams to ensure alignment on financial objectives. Prepare and review comprehensive UK and Group financial reports and analysis, ensuring accuracy and clarity for all stakeholders. Attend to all aspects of Group annual accounts including consolidation processes and audit coordination, maintaining high standards of compliance. Conduct thorough reviews of financial procedures, contracts systems, and recommend improvements where necessary to enhance efficiency.

Ensure strict compliance with regulatory bodies regarding finance, contracts, data protection, money laundering, ONS reporting, and ISO requirements as applicable. Work diligently in accordance with legal and statutory requirements as well as company policies and procedures to uphold organisational integrity. Assist with the implementation of quality systems and workplace health and safety measures across the finance function. Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts for the UK company and review intercompany billings to maintain effective liquidity management.

Oversee preparation of annual financial statements for all group companies while coordinating audits including multi-currency consolidation work papers. Manage customer contracts by reviewing and approving variations, attend to company secretarial duties, premises management, insurance requirements, and provide advice on tax transfer pricing policy.

What you bring:

Recognised qualifications in accountancy are essential for this role as they underpin your ability to manage complex financial operations. At least five years' experience handling multi-company consolidations involving multiple currencies is required to ensure seamless integration across entities. A high level of literacy combined with strong numeracy skills enables you to analyse intricate financial data accurately. Excellent interpersonal skills are vital for nurturing collaborative relationships with staff members both locally and internationally.

Proven managerial abilities allow you to guide accounting teams effectively while supporting their professional development. A history of implementing or developing appropriate financial systems demonstrates your capacity for driving operational enhancements. Demonstrated time management skills ensure that tasks are completed efficiently without compromising quality or compliance. Flexibility in responding to changing demands is important for adapting quickly within a dynamic organisational environment.

Ideally previous experience using Exchequer accounting software would be advantageous but not mandatory for success in this role. What's next:
If you are ready to take your career forward in a collaborative environment where your expertise will make a real difference-apply now! Apply today by clicking on the link provided. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates