Financial Controller

A leading, privately owned SME Group has approached Venture Recruitment Partners to support them in the recruitment of a Financial Controller on an exclusive basis. Reporting to a recently appointed CFO, the role has been newly created as a result of recent and planned business growth, both organically and via acquisition.

Financial Controller – Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Maintain compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring efficient cash flow management.
• Prepare detailed financial analysis, reports, and presentations for senior leadership.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the finance team, fostering professional development.

Financial Controller – Required

• Full qualification ACA, ACCA or CIMA is essential.
• Comprehensive technical accounting experience gained either within practice or industry, with IFRS working knowledge desirable.
• Approachable and strong interpersonally.
• A proven track record in people management or the appetite to pick up those responsibilities.

Financial Controller – Benefits

• Tangible scope for career development, in line with business growth.
• Flexible working – 100% WFH (aside from occasional South Coast travel)
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

We will consider all qualified applications for this position. Chilworth Partnership / Venture Recruitment Partners does not discriminate against disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected under the Equality Act 2010.

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