Financial Controller

Robert Walters UK; Hatfield; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to manage financial operations, develop strategies, and ensure compliance. The role offers a hybrid work model with a supportive culture focused on growth, teamwork, and professional development, making it an attractive opportunity for qualified finance professionals.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Generous pensions contributions

Training opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar role.
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the company's financial operations.
• Develop and implement financial strategies.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements.

Skills

Data analysis

Forecasting methods

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

Interpersonal abilities

Analytical thinking

Education

Fully Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA)

Job description

Financial Controller Permanent Hybrid £70,000-£85,000 per annum plus bonus Based in Watford

Role details

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Controller to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic finance team, where you will play a crucial role in managing the company's financial operations and guiding financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures. The successful candidate will have the chance to work in a supportive environment that values teamwork, commitment, and understanding.

Responsibilities of the Financial Controller

• Manage all aspects of the company's financial operations including accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Develop and implement financial strategies for the business.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements relating to finance.
• Provide strategic recommendations to enhance financial performance and new business opportunities.
• Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting.
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
• Support month-end and year-end close process.

What the successful candidate will bring

• Fully Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA)
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar role.
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers.

What sets this company apart

Our client is renowned for its commitment to employee growth and development. They offer flexible working opportunities along with generous pensions contributions. Their supportive leadership fosters an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued. They are committed to providing training opportunities that allow their employees to grow professionally while contributing positively to the success of the organisation.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates