Acquisition Finance Controller — IFRS & External Audit Lead

Ascot Lloyd; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Reading is seeking a professional to assist with accounting for newly acquired entities. The ideal candidate will have ACA qualifications, strong technical knowledge of IFRS, and excellent analytical skills. Responsibilities include managing acquisition plans, ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, and supporting external audit processes. This role offers an opportunity to work across finance functions in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Must be ACA qualified with a reputable firm.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Manage the plan for acquisitions and integration of finance functions.
• Ensure completion accounts are accurate.
• Provide key data for corporation tax reporting.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

IFRS knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel skills

Education

ACA qualified

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A financial services company in Reading is seeking a professional to assist with accounting for newly acquired entities. The ideal candidate will have ACA qualifications, strong technical knowledge of IFRS, and excellent analytical skills. Responsibilities include managing acquisition plans, ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, and supporting external audit processes. This role offers an opportunity to work across finance functions in a collaborative environment.