Financial Controller

Location: Exeter, Full-time Starting Salary: (53-59K) DOE
Reporting to: Group CFO

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within a leading UK procurement company. Brigantes specialises in “on-the-man” tactical apparel and equipment. We are looking to recruit a suitable candidate for the position of Financial Controller
, who will manage the financial operations of the company. Their duties include maintaining internal controls over financial reporting, presenting financial reports to an executive team and overseeing the preparation of budgets.

As Financial Controller you will play a key role in managing the financial direction and performance of the company.

We are a hands‑on business and are looking for someone who can undertake a broader scope of responsibilities, in general, their day‑to‑day tasks will include:

• Ensuring that an organisation meets the necessary taxation requirements
• Collaborating with both the Board of Directors and the Group Board in establishing more effective processes and controls to ensure the integrity of a company’s ledger
• Overseeing all financial control activities, including the review and analysis of monthly and quarterly numbers and disclosures. Also, the preparation of monthly a quarterly management information and disclosures for the presentation to the Group CFO.
• Providing executive management with accurate and comprehensive financial information to guide effective policy making and financial strategizing.
• Financial planning and reporting & assisting with the preparation of budgets and discussions with department heads to enhance the decision‑making process
• Summarising budget trends, analysing deficiencies and reporting variances to executives
• Providing external auditors with the necessary documentation and support with regards to financial year ends.
• Taking care of tax preparation duties or liaising with external tax accountants for tax preparation
• Firm management of cash flow and the challenges associated with quarterly seasonable sales trends.
• The role will involve a direct report – a financial assistant.

The successful candidate will need to clearly communicate financial information to senior management and must have the ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders.

The financial controller will need the following pre‑requisite skill sets

• A practical understanding of management accounting principles and techniques
• Solid knowledge of standard accountancy and finance best practices
• Solid IT skills, including proficiency in the relevant accounting packages
• A strong understanding of tax codes and laws
• Strong analytical skills to effectively analyse financial reports
• In‑depth knowledge of budgeting and financial forecasting
• Ability to problem solve

The successful candidate will need to evidence previous experience in a managerial accounting position and have a suitable accounting qualification.

The candidate will report to the Group CFO.

You will join a supportive team that values impactful work, personal development and continuous improvements.

This role will involve working at our office in the centre of Exeter on a Permanent, full‑time basis.

You will be provided with a laptop and Mobile phone.
Vitality Private Medical Insurance
Health Shield
20 Days paid holiday, plus public holidays & discretionary Christmas shut down.
Nest Pension
Free onsite parking based on availability.

Starting salary will be £53,000 -£59,000 PA.

If you would like to apply, please send your covering letter and CV to  or
Mrs K Wannell
Brigantes Consulting Ltd
Bradninch Hall
Castle Street
Exeter
Devon
EX4 3PL

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