Financial Controller

Sheridan Maine; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading client near Bournemouth is looking for an experienced Financial Controller to support their growth plans. This pivotal role involves managing financial operations across a diverse group of companies, ensuring compliance, providing strategic insights, and leading a small team.

Benefits

PMI

Pension

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Motivating environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or within a similar role.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small team and oversee all accounting operations.
• Coordinate preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Prepare monthly financial statements for the Group Leadership Team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Advanced Excel skills

Accounting principles knowledge

Education

Qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA Accountant

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Sheridan Maine is working exclusively with a leading client near Bournemouth to recruit an experienced Financial Controller to join their business and support their growth plans.

As the Financial Controller for a diverse group of companies, we are seeking a candidate with experience in the SME engineering or manufacturing sector. You will play a crucial role in managing the financial operations for the group, requiring a strong background in accounting and finance. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical skills, ensure compliance, and provide strategic insights to the group leadership team.

Key areas of responsibility for the Financial Controller:

• Manage a small team and oversee all accounting operations, including Management Accounts, AR/AP, GL, Cost & Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of budgets, financial forecasts, and variance reports.
• Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements to the Group Leadership Team.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to strengthen internal controls.
• Monitor quality control over financial transactions and reporting.
• Identify and manage financial risks and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with legal reporting requirements and tax filings, and research technical accounting issues to maintain compliance.
• Support the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Experience and Skills required in this role:

• Qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA Accountant.
• Proven working experience as a Financial Controller or within a similar role.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
• Capable of working as a team leader, able to motivate and support team members.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary, with hybrid and flexible working arrangements, PMI, and pension.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.
• A rewarding and motivating environment.
• Opportunity to develop and mould the role.

Due to the high volume of applications, we may not always respond to unsuccessful applicants. If you do not hear from us within five days, please assume your application was not successful on this occasion.