Financial Controller

Job Details

“Every job is a self-portrait of the person who did it.  Autograph your work with excellence.”  Jessica Guidobono.
 
Our client is actively seeking a Financial Controller to join their team. Partnering exclusively with Sheridan Maine, this acquisitive SME has ambitious plans to increase their turnover by up to 50% over the next three years. You will be part of a capable and friendly team who take pride in their business.
 
The role will be based predominantly at their South Birmingham/North Worcestershire HQ with travel at least weekly to other locations in the Birmingham area. A pool car is provided for travel between sites, a car driver is required for this reason.
 
The role leads a team of 3, and you will enjoy the opportunity to improve systems and processes, with the aim of making finance scalable within a growing SME.
 
Your responsibilities as the Financial Controller will include:

• Oversee the finance function and daily operations of the finance team
• Provide strategic financial support to the Board for decision-making and business planning
• Serve as the key communication link between finance, the Board, and the wider company
• Lead the annual strategic planning and forecasting, setting financial targets to manage performance
• Manage the financial accounting system and processes
• Oversee month-end accounts preparation, executive report packs, and improve the costing model
• Review management accounts and balance sheets, investigating variances with the Senior Management Team
• Provide monthly performance analysis to support business goals
• Manage the year-end process and take responsibility for balance sheet and reconciliations

• Accounting qualification (ACA, CIMA, or ACCA) or qualified by experience (QBE) with relevant background 
• Experience in the SME sector
• Strong ability to business partner with senior stakeholdersProficient in IT, including Microsoft Office applications
• Solid background in financial control and process improvement, with a strong understanding of technical accounting