Job Ref: 213070427

Date: 2021-01-25 09:29:20

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Job Title: Financial Controller

Location London

RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS

* Analysis of business performance as well as indicators of business performance to support the recommendation of ongoing commercial improvements.

* Responsible for management of Fixed Asset Schedule.

* Preparation of monthly management accounts for the Board.

* Preparation for annual budgets, forecasts and business plans as required.

* Production of quarterly VAT Returns and acting as key contact for all HMRC related enquiries.

* Acting as lead contact with Bankers

* Acting as lead contact with Auditors

* Responsible for payroll production on a monthly basis

* Management AP and AR functions

* Treasury management and the production of cash forecasts

* Oversee all company accounts and investments

* Create monthly and annual reports to identify results, trends, and financial forecast

* Manage cash flow by tracking transactions and regularly reviewing internal reports

* Supervise and manage financial department staff, including accountants and financial assistants

* Ensure that all financial transactions are properly recorded, filed, and reported

* Establish and implement financial reporting systems to comply with government regulations and legislation

* Develop budgets and financial plans for the company based on research and data reports

* Review all financial plans and budgets regularly to look for cost reduction opportunities

* Produce and examine all financial reports and data closely to check for discrepancies

* Create systems to prevent errors in data collection and calculations

* Report to the Finance Director with timely and accurate financial information

* Assist the Finance Director in presenting reports to senior executives, stakeholders, and board members.

* Management of VAT, HMRC, SOX, IFRS 16 and Statutory compliance submissions

* Management of Bank Accounts and reconciliations

* Balance Sheet reconciliations

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Education/Experience

– Bachelor's degree or master's degree in accounting, business, economics, finance, or a related field; several years of experience in a business or finance environment; management experience; leadership skills; interpersonal skills; outstanding mathematical skills; honesty; integrity; reliability; solid written and verbal communication skills; high attention to detail; organisational skills; critical thinking and problem-solving skills; research skills; analytical skills; computer skills; understanding of data privacy standards.

Systems Experience

* Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Sage Accounts/Payroll, Oracle, SharePoint, Power BI

Experience

– Experience in a similar role is essential

Aptitudes

* Accurate, organised and attention to detail a pre-requisite

* Good oral and verbal communication skills dealing with all levels within the business

Character

– Committed to the delivery of excellent customer service

– Self-motivated and able to manage their own workload

– Calm manner, able to work under pressure

– Attention to detail and the ability to make sound accurate decisions

– Team player

Circumstances

* Ability to be flexible on occasion as required

Accountabilities

– Will report to the Finance Director

– The post holder has three direct staff reporting to them

– Accountable for maintaining accurate up to date information and records and ensuring company compliance

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