Financial Controller

Casanovas Recruitment Solutions; Essex; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for an Experienced Financial Controller in Colchester. The role involves taking full ownership of the finance function, managing reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, while ensuring compliance and providing strategic financial insights. Candidates should be qualified accountants with excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and proficiency in accounting software. This position offers a competitive salary and autonomy in a key finance role.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Autonomy in role

Opportunity to make an impact

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar stand-alone role.
• Qualified as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
• Ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the finance function including month-end and year-end reporting.
• Prepare accurate management accounts and financial statements.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and VAT returns.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and liaise with external auditors.
• Provide strategic financial insights to support business growth.
• Implement and maintain robust financial controls.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Strong communication skills

Proficient in accounting software

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Job Title: Experienced Financial Controller

Location: Colchester

Salary: 45,000- 60,000

Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Controller to take full ownership of the finance function in a stand-alone capacity. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented professional who thrives in an autonomous role and enjoys being the go-to person for all financial matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the finance function, including month-end and year-end reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Prepare accurate management accounts, financial statements, and cash flow reports.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and VAT returns.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and liaise with external auditors.
• Provide strategic financial insights to support business growth and decision-making.
• Implement and maintain robust financial controls and processes.

About You

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent with proven experience in a similar stand-alone role.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Proficient in accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Autonomy and responsibility in a key finance role.
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing business.