Financial Controller

ITSS Recruitment; Bedford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Financial Controller based in Bedford, UK. The successful candidate will oversee operational finance functions, ensuring accurate financial management and compliance across the business. Key responsibilities include preparing financial statements, managing budgets, and supporting senior management with financial insights. Applicants must be qualified accountants with significant finance experience, particularly in business development and data analysis. Competitive salary of £55-60k is offered.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years post qualification experience or 6 years QBE.
• Previous experience in a finance role is essential.
• Experience with new projects.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly financial statements, including P&L and Balance Sheet.
• Oversee budgets for each business department.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations.

Skills

Data analysis reporting skills

Business partnering and stakeholder influence

Commercial acumen

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

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

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