Financial Controller

Reed; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Finance based in Edinburgh City Centre. The ideal candidate is a Qualified Accountant with strengths in team management and operational collaboration. This role involves managing the finance team, overseeing audits, and contributing to strategic financial planning, providing a promising opportunity for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with a strong foundation in finance.
• Proven experience in team leadership and development.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Finance Team effectively.
• Lead the external audit processes to ensure compliance.
• Deliver timely and accurate financial and management accounts.
• Manage tax and VAT submissions efficiently.
• Prepare detailed budgets and forecasts.
• Collaborate with non-financial stakeholders to support business goals.

Skills

Team development

Operational finance collaboration

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Reed Finance are delighted to be supporting one of our clients based in Edinburgh City Centre on a new Head of Finance Opportunity.

This is a fantastic opportunity for any Qualified Accountants currently working with an FMCG organisation and are looking to take the next step in their professional development.

Reporting into the Finance Director, the successful candidate will have the autonomy to implement new processes to support the finance functions development and help the business achieve its strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the Finance Team
• Lead external audit processes
• Deliver timely and accurate financial and management accounts
• Manage tax and VAT submissions
• Prepare budgets & forecasts
• Work closely with non-finance stakeholders

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Demonstrated experience in team development
• Can work operationally with non-finance colleagues

For more information, or to arrange a confidential call with Roddy Mackenzie - to discuss this opportunity and our client in more detail.