Financial Controller

Your new company Due to continued growth, our client, a growing and well established business with an enviable client portfolio of clients, are looking for a qualified finance professional to join them as Financial Controller. Your new role Reporting into the MD, your role will be varied and responsibilities will include: Contributing to the financial strategy of the business and will be pivotal in the development of all internal control policies and procedures in the company Providing the leadership team with appropriate management information so they understand the performance, risks and opportunities of the business Contribute to ensuring all financial & business systems are fit for purpose, are maintained, and can identify any potential areas for improvement Manage all accounting operations including invoicing, cost accounting, AP, Inventory, Cash Management and revenue recognition Budgeting & Forecasting: Coordinate and manage the preparation of the annual budget, monthly forecasting and reporting on variances to identify any risks and opportunities to aid decision-making Financial Reporting: Prepare and publish to the Leadership Team monthly financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting and legal standards. Regulatory Compliance: Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting of VAT, CIS, PAYE and any other as required Month End and Year End Close: Manage and support the close processes, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately and timeously recorded and reported. Payroll Management: Manage the payroll process, currently outsourced to ensure employees are paid correctly and transactions are recorded accurately Support the leadership team with financial strategy and decision-making to ensure the financial health and operational success of the business Leading a team of direct reports ensuring delivery of insightful financial performance, providing effective KPIs and mix analysis to drive out inefficiencies. Systems implementation All aspects of cost accounting and profitability analysis Project accounting Extensive liaison with key stakeholders and project managers across the business provide insights to support strategic decision-making. What you'll need to succeed You will be an ambitious qualified accountant with previous experience of working in a similar role and will possess strong systems implementation experience. Furthermore, you will possess excellent communication and stakeholder management skills and will demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset. What you'll get in return Competitive salary of up to circa 65,000 Car allowance Performance-based bonuses. Hybrid working Potential for succession plan into FD role What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Location: Falkirk, GB

Posted Date: 1/23/2025