Financial Controller

This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to shape financial operations across multiple business units, ensuring robust financial integrity and supporting strategic decision-making at every level. As Financial Controller, you will be instrumental in delivering accurate monthly management accounts, overseeing quarterly board reports, and managing annual regulatory and tax submissions. You will lead a dedicated team, championing improvements through automation and enhanced internal controls.

As Financial Controller, you will play an essential part in shaping the financial landscape of this dynamic organisation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you collaborating closely with senior leadership to deliver insightful management accounts that inform strategic decisions. You will guide your team through complex reporting cycles, ensuring that all outputs are not only accurate but also delivered on time.

• Demonstrated experience in a comparable financial controller position within a complex organisational structure is essential for success in this role.
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and nurture high-performing teams of finance professionals while promoting knowledge sharing and collaboration.
• Comprehensive understanding of current financial reporting standards coupled with practical experience ensuring compliance across diverse business units.
• Background working within group services or similar multi-entity environments is highly desirable for navigating cross-functional requirements.
• Track record of identifying opportunities for process improvement and successfully implementing automation solutions that drive efficiency gains.
• Meticulous attention to detail combined with an unwavering commitment to producing accurate results under tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills enabling effective communication across departments as well as with external auditors and regulatory bodies.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving supported by a mindset geared towards continuous improvement in all aspects of accounting operations.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure during peak reporting periods.

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
• Focus: CFO/Finance Director/Financial Controller
• Workplace Type: Hybrid
• Experience Level: Senior Management
• Location: Milton Keynes
• Industry: Banking
• Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 per annum

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