Financial Controller – AI Enabled Finance Operations at Pencil
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Finance & Banking
Financial Compliance, Financial Controller, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance -
Accounting
Financial Compliance, Financial Controller, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description
Manage and strengthen internal financial controls across P2P, O2C, payroll and expenses.
Conduct monthly operational reviews and provide final reviews of management accounts, revenue recognition and accounts payable runs.
Review monthly payroll before final approval by the Head of Finance.
Manage internally developed cost calculations and ensure audit compliance.
Oversee cash flow forecasting, treasury operations and bank payment approvals.
Provide expert guidance on complex revenue recognition, accounts payable and cost management issues.
Manage banking queries, vendor relationships and finance software ownership.
Develop the finance function’s AI usage policy and automate workflows using AI.
Build scalable financial controls and processes to support business growth.
Ensure effective monthly closing, cash management, audit controls, capital expenditure and financial automation.
Job Title:
Financial Controller
Employer:
Pencil
Job Type: Remote
Location:
United Kingdom
Salary/Rate:
Not Specified
UK Visa Sponsorship:
Not Available
- Qualified accountant with UK experience (ACCA, ACA or CIMA).
- Minimum of 5 years’ finance experience, including 2 years in industry.
- Experience managing financial controls and processes in a fast-growing business, preferably SaaS or technology.
- Ability to independently manage cash flow and approve bank payments.
- Strong judgement and decision-making skills in accruals, revenue recognition and financial risk.
- Proficiency with finance tools such as Xero, Approval Max, Maxio or equivalent platforms.
- Demonstrable AI skills for improving finance workflows and operational efficiency.
- 25 days’ paid time off plus public holidays, under a Flexible Time Off scheme.
- Health insurance and private medical cover.
- Monthly allowance for wellness, fitness, learning and professional development.
- Remote working from anywhere within the employee’s home country.
- Enhanced parental leave for birth, adoption or surrogacy.
- Flexible working hours.
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