Financial Controller

Gleeson Recruitment Ltd; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious and fast-growing SME in Birmingham is seeking a Financial Controller to drive growth and shape financial success. This role offers the opportunity to prepare management accounts, provide strategic decision support, and ensure compliance and accuracy in financial reporting. The ideal candidate will be a qualified or part-qualified accountant, passionate about producing accurate financial data and insights. Join this dynamic team and contribute to the company's exciting journey of expansion and success!

Qualifications

• Qualified, QBE, or Part-qualified accountant, with study support available.
• Highly organized with excellent self-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly P&L and balance sheets for accurate financial insights.
• Provide weekly reports and analysis to support business growth.
• Assist in annual budget planning and produce cash flow forecasts.

Skills

Management Accounts

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

VAT Compliance

Ledger Management

Education

Qualified Accountant

Part-qualified Accountant

Job description

Financial Controller - Drive Growth in a Thriving SME

Location:

Birmingham Business Park, Birmingham

Salary:

£50,000 per annum

Who We Are

Our client is an ambitious, fast-growing SME based in Birmingham Business Park. They are passionate about delivering outstanding services while fostering an exciting and supportive work environment. As they expand, they are looking for a Finance Manager to play a key role in shaping their financial success.

What You'll Do

1. Management Accounts & Reporting: Prepare monthly P&L and balance sheets, ensuring accurate financial insights.
2. Strategic Decision Support: Provide weekly reports, analysis, and insights to drive business growth.
3. Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in annual budget planning and produce weekly cash flow forecasts.
4. Compliance & Accuracy: Perform balance sheet reconciliations, oversee VAT returns, and ensure financial integrity.
5. Ledger Oversight: Manage purchase invoices, payment run files, and oversee key financial processes.
6. Business Growth & Development: Continuously refine financial systems to support our ambitious expansion.

Who You Are

1. Qualified, QBE, or Part-qualified accountant (study support available)
2. Highly organised with excellent self-management skills
3. Passionate about producing accurate financial data and driving insights
4. If you're ready to make an impact in a dynamic, growing business, we'd love to hear from you.
5. Apply now and be part of our client's success story.

Additional Information

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