Financial Controller

KennedyPearce Consulting; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established professional services business in Norwich is looking for a Financial Controller. This pivotal role will involve leading the finance function, working closely with the CEO, and providing crucial financial insights. Responsibilities include preparing statutory accounts, managing cash flow, and overseeing financial compliance, making it ideal for a proactive professional seeking growth opportunities within the company.

Benefits

Free parking in the city centre

Hybrid working arrangement with 2-3 days from home

Progression opportunities to Finance Director

Qualifications

• Experience in both industry and practice is advantageous.
• Strong experience in producing consolidated accounts.
• Comfortable leading a team and presenting financials.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of statutory annual accounts for multiple entities.
• Full cash flow forecasting and management.
• Management and development of the finance team.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Business partnering

Knowledge of FRS102

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)

Tools

SAGE Line 50

Job description

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Base pay range

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially astute Financial Controller to join a well-established professional services business based in Norwich city centre. This is a pivotal role that will lead the finance function and directly support the strategic direction of the business.

You will report to the CEO and work closely with all departments, providing key financial insight to help drive operational and strategic decisions. This is a hands-on role, ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced, varied environment and is confident working with complex, multi-entity accounts.

Key responsibilities:

• Preparation of statutory annual accounts for multiple entities, including consolidated accounts
• Full cash flow forecasting and management
• Annual budgeting and service charge budget reconciliation
• Corporate tax compliance and VAT
• Financial due diligence for acquisitions and refinancing
• Financial modelling and business plan development for new opportunities
• Oversight of loan compliance, insurance, and company secretarial matters
• Management and development of the finance team
• Business partnering with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) – qualified by experience considered
• Strong knowledge of FRS102 and experience producing consolidated accounts
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and SAGE Line 50
• Experience in both industry and practice is advantageous
• Comfortable leading a team and presenting financials to senior stakeholders
• Flexible, solutions-focused, and strategic in approach

What's in it for you?

• Free parking in the city centre
• Hybrid working arrangement with 2-3 days per week working from home
• Opportunity to join a well-established business who are growing with a future opportunity to progress into a Finance Director position

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Accounting/Auditing

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