Financial Controller

Reed; Staines-upon-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Reed is seeking an experienced, commercially minded Qualified Financial Controller to join its technology division in a hybrid role after a 3‑month probation. You will lead financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting and analysis with direct exposure to senior leadership and influence over strategic decisions.

The role covers treasury, tax and compliance, with responsibility for statutory accounts, audits and controls while partnering with UK and international stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with professional credentials (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
• Significant experience in financial or management accounting roles.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting experience.
• Experience with statutory accounts, audits and strong financial controls.
• Advanced Excel and diverse financial systems knowledge.
• Experience in a multinational organisation and with international reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and analysis.
• Provide financial and commercial support to divisional leadership, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Oversee treasury, accounts payable/receivable, and fixed assets functions.
• Prepare and review monthly forecasts, budgets, P&L, balance sheets, and cash flow.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Audit processes

Stakeholder communication

Analytical skills

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

Oracle Financials

Excel

Financial systems

J-SOX controls

Job description

• Job Type: Full-time (hybrid after probation period of 3 months)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially minded Qualified Financial Controller to join a leading innovative technology division. This dynamic role offers significant exposure to senior leadership and the chance to influence strategic decision-making across the business.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Lead the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and analysis.
• Provide financial and commercial support to divisional leadership, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities to improve business performance.
• Oversee key finance functions, including treasury, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets.
• Prepare and review monthly forecasts, annual budgets, profit and loss accounts, balance sheets, and cash flow reporting.
• Manage statutory accounts preparation, external audits, and corporate compliance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards, IFRS/US GAAP requirements, and corporate reporting guidelines.
• Manage tax and VAT compliance activities, working closely with external advisers where required.
• Support and develop a Financial Accountant, providing coaching and guidance.
• Lead finance-related projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the division.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business, including senior management teams in the UK and Japan.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Significant experience within financial or management accounting roles.
• Strong experience of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Experience of statutory accounts, audit processes, and financial controls.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Advanced Excel and financial systems knowledge.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Experience working within a multinational organisation, knowledge of Oracle Financials, and experience of working with international stakeholders and reporting requirements.
• Experience of J-Sox control, IFRS/US GAAP is required
• A highly visible role working closely with senior leadership.
• The opportunity to influence business decision-making and strategy.
• Exposure to international stakeholders and projects.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.
• Competitive benefits package.