Group Financial Controller

Hays PLC; Belfast; On-site; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious locally owned business in Belfast is seeking a Group Financial Controller to lead their finance team. This pivotal role involves managing financial reporting, preparing budgets, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. You will work closely with the board of directors, providing insights that drive the company's commercial goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong accountancy background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence and motivate others. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a supportive environment and make a significant impact on the business's success.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Career Development Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with experience in SMEs and strong commercial understanding.
• Ability to lead teams and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor the finance team while overseeing monthly management accounts.
• Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and year-end packs for auditors.

Skills

Qualified Accountant

Attention to Detail

Strong Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Commercial Acumen

Education

Accountancy Qualification

Job description

Group Financial Controller - up to £75000 + Benefits - Belfast

Your new company

Our client is an ambitious and growing locally owned business that will support their staff on their career journey. You will be a key member of the Finance team producing the finance information and commercial reports to support the operational teams. Working in a fast-paced business, you will work with a wider team to help the business achieve its commercial goals.

Your new role

As the Group Financial Controller, your duties will include, but are not limited to:

1. Manage, mentor and motivate the finance team
2. Oversee preparation and presentation of the monthly management accounts to the board of Directors with insights
3. Monthly balance sheet reconciliations
4. Preparation of annual budgets and forecasts
5. Preparation of year-end packs for external auditors and annual statutory accounts
6. Develop and implement internal financial accounting, monitoring and reporting systems
7. Monthly cash flow analysis and re-forecasting
8. Management of day-to-day financial activities
9. Act as a key partner to the other Heads of Departments in strategic and operational areas of the business
10. The ability to challenge processes and colleagues and drive continuous improvement both in the department and in the wider business

What you'll need to succeed

1. Qualified Accountant with experience in an SME
2. Commercially astute and able to work in a fast-paced environment
3. Thorough and methodical attention to detail
4. Strong written and oral communication skills
5. Excellent judgement in all company matters
6. Highly motivated and can lead and positively influence others

What you'll get in return

You will be offered a competitive salary and a chance to develop in the role, learning from an experienced FD.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.