Financial Controller

Posted 7 days 12 hours ago by Hays

£70,000 Annual
Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Job Description
Financial ControllerBased in Staffordshirec. £70,000

Your new company
Your new company are a leader in their field, and are looking for a fully qualified Financial Controller to join their team on a permanent basis.

Your new role

  • Line management of the management accounts team, purchase ledger and credit teams.
  • Set annual and quarterly objectives for the finance team.
  • Monitor and take action on departmental KPIs to ensure performance targets are met.
  • Oversee transaction team processes and maintain policy documentation with robust internal controls.
  • Ensure all financial processes are documented, and work instructions are implemented.
  • Manage day-to-day financial operations, including bank reconciliations, accounts payable, employee expenses, corporate card administration, debtor management and recovery, payroll and cash flow management.
  • Make informed credit decisions and manage customer rebate programs.
  • Approve weekly and ad hoc bank payments and perform financial checks.
  • Manage supplier relationships, including bank liaison, credit tools, and card payment systems.
  • Lead budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and financial reporting activities.
  • Monitor working capital and cash flow to support business sustainability.
  • Analyse KPIs against budget and provide actionable insights.
  • Support the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors.
  • Provide financial reporting and analysis to the Head of Finance.
  • Review and validate management accounts.
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
  • Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  • Review and approve contracts from a financial perspective.
  • Oversee financial reporting for an overseas entity, including understanding of international GAAP.
  • Lead within the ERP system implementation.
  • Produce ad-hoc financial reports as required.

  • What you'll need to succeed
    • Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
    • Proven experience in financial control and team leadership.
    • Strong understanding of financial systems, controls, and reporting.
    • Experience with ERP implementation is highly desirable.
    • Knowledge of international GAAP


    What you'll get in return
    • c.£70,000
    • AE Pension
    • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
    • Healthcare (with service)
    • Gym membership discounts
    • Wellbeing Hub
    • Cycle to work scheme
    • Various discounts at a range of retailers
    • 8am-5pm Monday to Friday
    • Flexibility following initial training period

    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.
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