Financial Controller

ACCA Careers; Harlow; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization in Harlow is seeking a Financial Controller. This permanent role involves overseeing all aspects of accounting and finance, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and analytical skills, professional qualifications in finance, and experience in the retail industry. Competitive salary ranging from £63,000 to £77,000 offered along with career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and forecasts effectively.
• Experience in the retail industry or a similar sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes to support strategic decision-making.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to drive business performance.
• Ensure effective cash flow management and monitor financial risks.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team to maintain high standards of performance.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Financial reporting

Budget management

Retail industry experience

Education

Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Financial software

Job description

Overview

The Financial Controller will oversee all aspects of accounting and finance within the retail industry, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance. This permanent role, based in Harlow, offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial health of the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes to support strategic decision-making.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to drive business performance.
• Ensure effective cash flow management and monitor financial risks.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team to maintain high standards of performance.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors during financial reviews.
• Maintain and enhance internal financial controls and procedures.
• Support senior management with financial reporting and recommendations.

Profile

• Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and forecasts effectively.
• Experience in the retail industry or a similar sector.
• Excellent leadership skills to guide and support a finance team.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial software and systems.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £63,000 to £77,000.
• Permanent role with opportunities for career progression.
• Professional and supportive working environment in Harlow.
• Generous holiday entitlement and potential additional benefits (TBC).
• Chance to make a significant impact in the retail industry.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Financial Controller, we encourage you to apply today!