Financial Controller

Quarter4 Limited; Colchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing financial services business in Colchester is seeking a passionate Financial Controller. You will oversee finance operations, manage a team, and ensure compliance with tax regulations. Ideal candidates are qualified accountants with extensive financial management experience, advanced Excel skills, and excellent communication abilities. This role offers significant exposure to operations and strategic financial decision-making.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in financial management within the financial services industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive problem-solving approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day to day Finance function.
• Lead and manage full month end and Profit & Loss preparation.
• Prepare monthly reports for the board of directors.

Skills

Financial management experience

Advanced Excel skills

Excellent communication

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen - we are looking for a passionate and dedicated Financial Controller to join a fast growing financial services business based in Colchester, Essex.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to join a fast-growing business with significant exposure to Operations and non-finance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day to day Finance function
• Lead and manage full month end, full ownership of Profit & Loss preparation
• Managing a team of 2
• Prepare monthly reports for the board of directors, including P&L, Balance Sheet & Cashflow, and understand variances to budget and prior year.
• Manage end-of-year audits and statutory accounts across all UK & Europe locations.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, including VAT, withholding tax, Corporation Tax, and Payroll Tax/Social Security.
• Business Partner with Operations and General Managers.
• Attend weekly head of department meetings, either on-site or remotely.
• Manage and develop a team of 2 finance assistants.
• Oversee the annual budget process, ensuring templates are set up and working closely with operations to complete and review budgets.
  
  

Requirements

• A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
• Extensive experience in financial management within the financial services industry.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial reporting and analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
  
  

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