Financial Controller

Edwards & Pearce; Bridlington; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance company in Bridlington is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead the finance team. The role involves financial reporting, compliance, and management of the finance function. Ideal candidates will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified accountants with leadership experience. The company offers a competitive salary of £55,000–£65,000 along with benefits such as a pension plan, private healthcare, and 25 days of holiday.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension plan

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Free on-site parking

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• You are a fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA accountant with potential experience at the Financial Controller level.
• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills and ability to work collaboratively are essential.
• High standard of systems literacy and an analytical approach are required.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the leadership and management of the finance team.
• Ensure compliance and accuracy of accounting standards in financial reporting.
• Prepare annual statutory accounts and oversee payroll and BACS payments.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Education

Fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA accountant

Job description

Benefits

• £55,000–£65,000 salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension plan with generous life assurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• Free on-site parking
• Retail discounts

Role

The successful applicant will take responsibility for the leadership, management, and accountability of the finance team, mentoring and developing team members and overseeing the day‑to‑day operations of the finance function.

Key responsibilities:

• Financial reporting, ensuring compliance and accuracy of accounting standards and adherence to internal controls.
• Prepare annual statutory accounts; oversee and review weekly payroll and BACS payments.
• Prepare UK Board reporting pack.
• Ensure projects are completed to deadline.
• Oversee completion of the UK audit and bi‑annual forecasting; prepare tax schedule support.

This role is available due to an internal promotion. A detailed job description is available.

Candidate

You are a fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA accountant, possibly already working at Financial Controller level in industry or maybe looking for your first Financial Controller appointment. Candidates are encouraged to apply from both industry and professional practice.

Technically adept, you have excellent inter‑personal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with an established team. A high standard of systems literacy is essential, along with an analytical and investigative approach, the self confidence to challenge when required, and a positive mindset.

Company

My client trades internationally and has an excellent reputation in their sector. The culture is friendly and inclusive, demonstrated by the length of service of many employees. Based on the East Yorkshire coast and surrounded by countryside, there are good road links and even opportunities for pre‑ and post‑work beach walks.

Consultancy

Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.