Financial Controller

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller to join a dynamic and growing company in the Loughton area. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role in managing and overseeing the financial operations of the business. If you are an experienced and qualified finance professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for driving financial excellence, we would love to hear from you.

Main Responsibilities:

Finance:

• Manage and ensure full awareness of all ledgers


• Prepare and post nominal journals


• Ensure timely closure of ledgers at month-end


• Prepare monthly management accounts and associated reports


• Confirm stock cut-off and calculate/check gross margin


• Oversee Purchase Ledger BACS payment runs


• Prepare VAT returns and year-end audit schedules


• Prepare draft financial statements

Cash Management:

• Monitor cashflow to maintain daily cash levels

Stock & Shipping:

• Understand and audit the E5 pricing model in Excel and Java


• Ensure accurate stock list and correct average cost calculation


• Involvement in annual stock take and audits


• Reconcile perpetual inventory counts


• Review weekly shipping schedules


• Oversee environmental returns for packaging and batteries

Foreign Exchange (FX):

• Manage foreign currency and letters of credit


• Oversee foreign supplier payments

IT:

• Maintain systems with minimal downtime


• Recommend improvements to work practices and system enhancements

Tax:

• Oversee quarterly corporation tax payments


• Prepare tax schedules and review year-end tax returns

Property Investment:

• Authorise payments and arrange cash transfers


• Review monthly cash calls and payments


• Manage loan accounts and interest calculations


• Maintain property investment spreadsheets and year-end schedules

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional seeking a new challenge in a supportive environment, we would love to receive your application!