Financial Controller

Job Details

Sheridan Maine are working exclusively with a leading client on the outskirts of Bournemouth, to recruit an experienced Financial Controller to join their business. As Financial Controller within this Group of companies, you will play a crucial role in managing the financial operations, ensuring compliance, and providing strategic insights across the group. 

We are seeking someone who is keen to find a role where they can have longevity and develop in the business. With a strong background in accounting and finance, excellent analytical skills, whilst being able to work in a dynamic evolving environment supporting the development of financial processes and systems. You must also be a good communicator and have the ability to manage the work of others.

Key areas of responsibility for the Financial Controller:

• Managing a small team and having oversight of all accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, cost accounting, inventory accounting, and revenue recognition.
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of budgets, financial forecasts, and variance reports
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Assist in the management of group company accounting personnel activities and performance
• Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements
• Risk Management and Identify and manage financial risks
• Ensure compliance with legal reporting requirements and tax filings
• Research technical accounting issues to maintain compliance
• Provide others with technical/expert support as required
• Adapt to the organisation’s evolving needs by taking on other controller duties as necessary

• Qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA
• Proven working experience as a Financial Controller or within a similar role
• Aptitude to work as part of a team and as a team leader
• At least 5 years of combined accounting and finance experience
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• Experience with creating financial statements and general ledger functions
• Proficiency in accounting software usage and administration

• Hybrid working, PMI, Pension and Parking
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Rewarding and motivating environment
• Ability to develop and mould the role