Finance Controller

Michael Page (UK); Stirling; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Manager in Stirling. This office-based role encompasses managing the monthly accounting cycle, financial reporting, and team development. Ideal candidates will possess a professional accounting qualification and relevant management experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of £60,000-£65,000 along with additional benefits. Make an impactful contribution to a dynamic and growing organisation.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Ability to work unsupervised while following company procedures.
• Proven experience of managing a team within a busy operation.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of the monthly management accounting cycle.
• Preparation of the year end accounting pack.
• Completion and filing of VAT returns.
• Develop systems and process controls.
• Managing creditors and payment priorities.
• Reconciling bank statements to Xero accounts.
• People management and coaching.

Skills

Proactive

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA)

Job description

Finance Manager - Market Leading Organisation

Location: Stirling

About Our Client

Our client is a market-leading, UK-wide organisation with ambitious plans for strategic growth. Based in Stirling, this is an office-based role with free parking provided. They are seeking a Financial Controller who can support their exciting growth plans while driving the culture and performance of the finance function. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to make a real impact within a dynamic and forward-thinking business.

Job Description

This role will likely have the following responsibilities:

Key Tasks

• Full ownership of the monthly management accounting cycle for the company reporting to the directors.
• Preparation of the year end accounting pack and liaising with auditors.
• Completion and filing of VAT returns.
• Develop systems and process controls to provide robust control environment as per the needs of the company.
• Generate sales invoices and recording receipts as necessary.
• Controlling and analysing the purchases and making payments to Suppliers.
• Managing creditors, and payment priorities.
• Reconciling bank statements to Xero accounts regularly.
• People Management Coach and develop the team members.
• Oversee the payroll function.
• Overseeing the payrolling of benefits.
• Completion of the year end payroll documentation.
• Dealing with any HMRC enquiries.
• Undertaking of basic processing tasks as required.

Supplementary Tasks

• Oversee the day to day running of the office.
• Providing training and support for staff members.
• Liaise with area managers to assist with the day to day running of the business.
• Involvement with directors

The Successful Applicant

A successful Financial Controller should have:

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, or ACA).
• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work unsupervised whilst following company procedures.
• Good organisational skills and time management.
• Proven experience of managing a team within a busy operation.
• Has a strong drive for personal development and learning.
• The ability to build long-term relationships with staff, suppliers and professional partners.

What's on Offer

This role will offer a competitive salary between £60,000-£65,000 DOE plus benefits.