Financial Controller

Van Ierland Assurantiën; Bedford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking a driven Financial Controller to oversee financial operations in Bedford. The role involves leading the finance function, ensuring compliance, and providing financial insights to senior management. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong analytical skills and the ability to influence stakeholders. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, managing budgets, and enhancing financial practices. Competitive salary offered between £55-60k.

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance role is essential.
• Ability to navigate financial systems infrastructure.
• Experience with new projects would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly financial statements, including P&L and Balance Sheets.
• Oversee and adhere to departmental budgets.
• Ensure all financial practices are in line with statutory regulations.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Data analysis reporting skills

Strong commercial acumen

Stakeholder influence

Education

At least 4 years post qualification experience or 6 years QBE

Job description

Role: Financial Controller

Location: Bedford

Salary: £55-60k

Our client is seeking a driven and ambitious Financial Controller to lead the operational finance function, overseeing financial processes, controls, reporting and compliance across the business. In addition to supporting the branches, the role will also provide financial oversight and support to two subsidiary businesses, ensuring consistency, accuracy and best-practice financial management across the group.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Senior Management team, providing clear, timely and insightful financial information to support decision‑making, performance monitoring and strategic planning. You will play a key role in continually improving financial processes, strengthening controls, enhancing reporting quality and ensuring full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly financial statements, including P&L, Balance Sheet reconciliations, cash flows, variance analysis and commentaries.
• Oversee, review, and adhere to the budgets for each business department
• Assist in company-wide budget planning
• Ensure that all of the company's financial practices are in line with statutory regulations and legislation
• Analyse the financial climate and market trends to assist senior executives in creating strategic plans for the future
• Interpret complex financial information and provide updates and information as needed
• Supervise financial assistants and other employees in the facilitation of day‑to‑day operations, including tracking financial data, invoicing, payroll etc
• Prepare official reports on a monthly and annual basis
• Seek out methods and practices to minimise financial risk
• Contract auditing services to ensure financial monitoring and compliance is up to date
• Create and maintain relationships with service providers and contractors, including banking institutions and accountants
• Update and implement financial policies and procedures
• Maintain a policy manual for the finance department

Competencies

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with at least 4 years post qualification experience, or 6 years QBE
• Previous experience in a finance role is essential
• Strong data analysis reporting skills with ability to navigate financial systems infrastructure
• Experience of business development would be an asset
• Strong ability to business partner and influence stakeholders
• Experience with new projects
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to interpret financials into meaningful recommendations

If you feel the above Financial Controller specification matches your professional background, click apply.