Financial Controller

The CFO HQ; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

The CFO HQ is seeking an experienced Financial Controller for a Central London role with hybrid working. You will own the finance function, work closely with the owners and deliver reliable financial information to support decisive business choices.

The role covers financial reporting, controls and day-to-day accounting, with autonomy, variety and exposure to commercial decisions within a privately owned business.

Qualifications

• Strong financial accounting and management reporting experience.
• Experience in a commercial, privately owned or owner-managed business.
• Expert knowledge of cloud-based accounting systems.
• VAT, payroll and financial controls understanding.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts and cash flow reports.
• Manage day-to-day accounting: purchase/sales ledgers, expenses and bank reconciliations.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and intercompany accounts.
• Oversee VAT returns, payroll and related financial compliance.
• Coordinate annual audit and statutory accounts with external accountants.
• Manage financial reporting across multiple entities and liaise with banks and advisers.

Skills

Financial accounting

Management reporting

Commercial awareness

VAT & payroll knowledge

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Cloud-based accounting systems

Job description

Financial Controller – Central London£55,000 – £75,000 | Hybrid Working | Discretionary Bonus | Excellent BenefitsFletcher George is recruiting a Financial Controller for a successful, privately owned business in Central London. This is a key appointment within an entrepreneurial and growing business, offering the opportunity to take ownership of the finance function and work closely with the owners.We are looking for an experienced accountant who combines strong technical skills with commercial awareness and enjoys being involved in the wider running of a business.You will have responsibility for financial reporting, controls and day-to-day accounting, providing reliable and meaningful financial information to support business decisions.The role offers considerable autonomy and variety and will suit an established Financial Controller or an experienced Finance Manager looking to take the next step in their career.### The OpportunitySalary of £55,000 – £75,000, depending on experience and qualificationsHybrid working arrangementsDiscretionary bonus schemeDirect working relationships with the business ownersA varied role with responsibility for the finance function and involvement in commercial decisionsExtensive healthcare-related benefits package### The RoleYou will be responsible for the financial management and reporting of the business, maintaining effective accounting processes and providing the financial information needed to support its continued growth.Key responsibilities include:Preparing monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts and cash flow reportsManaging the day-to-day accounting function, including purchase and sales ledgers, expenses and bank reconciliationsMaintaining balance sheet reconciliations and intercompany accountsOverseeing VAT returns, payroll and related financial complianceCoordinating the annual audit and statutory accounts process with external accountantsManaging financial reporting across multiple business entitiesLiaising with banks, auditors and external professional advisersReviewing financial controls and identifying opportunities to improve systems and processesProviding financial insight and practical commercial support to the business owners### About YouWe are looking for an experienced accountant with a strong financial accounting background who is confident managing a finance function within a commercial business.You should be able to demonstrate:Strong financial accounting and management reporting experienceExperience gained within a commercial, privately owned or owner-managed businessExpert knowledge of cloud-based accounting systemsA sound understanding of VAT, payroll and financial controlsGood commercial awareness and the ability to interpret and communicate financial information effectivelyThe ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and work independentlyConfidence in dealing directly with business owners and senior managementA practical, organised approach with a willingness to take responsibility and improve existing processesApplications are welcomed from ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, part-qualified and qualified by experience (QBE) accountants with the relevant background.Of particular interest will be candidates who combine strong technical accounting skills with commercial awareness and the confidence to manage the finance function independently.Location and PackageThe role is based in Central London, with hybrid working arrangements.The salary is £55,000 – £75,000, depending on experience and qualifications, together with a discretionary bonus and an extensive healthcare-related benefits package.Interested? Apply TodayThis is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of the finance function, work closely with the business owners and make a genuine contribution to an entrepreneurial and growing business.If you are an experienced Financial Controller or Finance Manager looking for greater responsibility, autonomy and commercial involvement, please apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity.Applicants must have a full and current right to work in the UK.Fletcher George is an inclusive accountancy and finance recruitment agency welcoming applications from candidates with relevant experience and qualifications. We are acting as an Employment Agency.