Financial Controller

Position: Financial Controller I
Our client is a growing technology business who is seeking to hire a Financial Controller to take ownership of the UK&I business. The role will manage and develop a team of 7 leading the day to day finance operations, financial reporting, management accounting, forecasting, budgeting and business partnering. Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting, Month-End Close & Year-End Reporting Produce monthly management accounts Ensure accuracy of P&L, balance sheet and cashflow Review and approve journals, accruals, prepayments Oversee liquidity and intercompany reporting Prepare year-end Group reporting pack for UK&I Lead and manage annual audit process with external auditors Review statutory accounts for signing Monthly review of IFRS 16 postings correctly reflect contracts in place Budgeting & Forecasting Lead annual budgeting for financial elements including depreciation, capex, payroll, balance sheet and cashflow Indirect cost centre budget support Cashflow Management Monitor cashflow daily/weekly Manage payments, receipts, and working capital Forecast short-term and long-term cash needs Work with Group Treasury on facilities if needed Ensure payment practices reporting is completed and maintained in line with statutory requirements Financial Controls & Compliance Balance sheet review and control is key Implement and maintain internal controls in line with internal delegation of authority document Ensure proper policies and procedures are followed Manage VAT, payroll taxes, Corporation Tax submissions (external tax advisors) Managing and reporting local taxes including CIS, RCT, and VAT on a periodic basis as well as ONS returns.

Monthly payroll checks and BACS submission Team Management Oversee the finance team of 7 (accounting and accounts assistants) Delegate tasks and ensure accuracy in processing Encourage empowerment and ownership Systems & Process Improvement SAP S4

HANA Improve finance processes Automate where possible to reduce manual work Business Partnering Indirect cost centres monthly reporting and budget tracking Liaise with internal departments to ensure key cost drivers are accurately accrued and provided for (fleet, insurance, payroll) Understand any risk areas or change across the business that may impact on financial results Identify cost savings, efficiencies, and margin improvements A salary of £70,000-£80,000 is on offer plus £6,000 car allowance and upto 10% bonus.