Financial Controller

Job Title: Financial Controller

Location: Maidenhead (Hybrid)

Department: Finance

Salary: £70,000 - £75,000

Job Summary:

I am hiring for a dynamic and experienced Financial Controller to lead a finance team and oversee the financial operations of the organisation. This role will be responsible for managing a team of 5, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, statutory accounting, VAT compliance, and the overall financial integrity of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring the timely and accurate completion of financial statements.
• Oversee the reconciliation of balance sheets, income statements, and other financial reports.
• Review and approve journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Ensure statutory accounts are prepared and filed accurately and in compliance with accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, UK GAAP).
• Oversee the preparation and submission of VAT returns, ensuring full compliance with VAT regulations.
• Manage and mentor a team of 5 finance professionals, providing guidance and support on all aspects of financial management.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Continuously evaluate and improve financial systems, processes, and controls to increase efficiency.
• Implement best practices in financial reporting and ensure strong internal controls.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong experience with statutory accounting, VAT, and tax compliance.
• Demonstrable experience in managing month-end close processes and preparing financial statements.
• Proven leadership and team management skills with experience leading a finance team.
• Experience working with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, UK GAAP, and other relevant accounting standards.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

If you are interested in this role please apply with your updated CV or send it to k.blanchard@in2-consult.com