Financial Controller

Hays PLC; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Financial Controller to lead a dynamic finance team in Blackburn. In this pivotal role, you will drive the development and implementation of financial strategies while overseeing the transactional accounting process. Your expertise in financial management and strong leadership skills will be essential in ensuring the team's success and aligning with the expectations of senior leadership. This progressive organization offers a supportive work environment, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. If you are a qualified accountant with a passion for driving change, this role is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Private Medical Healthcare

Performance-based Bonus Scheme

Employee Life Assurance

Wellbeing Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Secure Parking

Flexible Working Arrangements

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with over 5 years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS/local GAAP and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of financial strategies and policies.
• Provide technical guidance and analyze complex financial data.

Skills

Financial Management

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Data Analysis

Leadership

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

IFRS

GAAP

Job description

Financial Controller, Blackburn, up to £83K + Bonus

Your new company

Join an established Finance team within a large, progressive organisation in Blackburn, working full-time on-site at the businesses' modern offices. Reporting to the FD, you will have the opportunity to drive real change in a growing team.

Your new role

As the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of strategies, policies, systems, and approaches, while maintaining strong oversight of the transactional accounting process. You will provide strong leadership for a team of finance professionals, ensuring the team performs in line with expectations from senior leadership. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role within the finance function, partnering with stakeholders, suppliers, and various departments. Your duties will include driving the successful implementation of operating plans, providing technical guidance, analysing complex data, and contributing to the development of new processes and systems.

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will need to be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with over 5 years of post-qualification experience. You will have worked in a large, complex organisation previously, with strong knowledge of IFRS/local GAAP, proven experience in financial management, and excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential. You should have a track record of successfully developing and implementing financial processes, controls, systems, and business reporting.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive a salary within the range of approximately £70K - £83K, along with a comprehensive benefits package. This includes private medical healthcare, a performance-based bonus scheme, employee life assurance, and various wellbeing benefits. Additionally, you will have access to learning and development opportunities, a supportive work environment, and various facilities such as secure parking, and flexible working arrangements.

What you need to do now

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