Financial Controller

Michael Page; Windsor; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Permanent position

Job summary

Michael Page in Windsor is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including payroll, AP and AR, and ensure accuracy and compliance. You will lead a finance team, prepare reports for senior management, and partner with auditors.

This high-growth SME role focuses on budgeting, forecasts, and financial planning while driving process improvements and strategic insight. The successful candidate will hold a professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA),

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA/ACCA/CIMA) is required.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Experience in the financial services industry is preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage and develop a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Prepare and present accurate financial reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial planning processes.
• Supervise and mentor the finance team to achieve departmental goals.
• Work closely with external auditors and manage audit processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making.

Skills

Financial accounting

Management

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Accounting software

Financial systems

Job description

The Financial Controller will oversee the day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all accounting processes. Based in Windsor, this is a key role in the, helping to maintain the smooth running of the organisation's financial health and lead the team.

A high growth, international SME based in Windsor.

Description

• Manage and oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Prepare and present accurate financial reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial planning processes.
• Supervise and mentor the finance team to achieve departmental goals.
• Work closely with external auditors and manage audit processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making.

Profile

A successful Financial Controller should have:

• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Experience in the financial services industry.
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage and develop a team.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from £80,000 to £90,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• 25 days of annual leave.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

The Financial Controller will oversee the day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all accounting processes. Based in Windsor, this is a key role in the, helping to maintain the smooth running of the organisation's financial health and lead the team.

Client Details

A high growth, international SME based in Windsor.

Description

• Manage and oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Prepare and present accurate financial reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial planning processes.
• Supervise and mentor the finance team to achieve departmental goals.
• Work closely with external auditors and manage audit processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making.

Profile

A successful Financial Controller should have:

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Experience in the financial services industry.
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage and develop a team.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from £80,000 to £90,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• 25 days of annual leave.
• Permanent position.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

Desired Skills and Experience finance controller, financial accounting, management, reporting