Financial Controller

Wade Macdonald; Witney; Híbrido; GBP 81.000 - 99.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Wade Macdonald is seeking a Financial Controller in Oxfordshire on a 9-month FTC. The role leads financial reporting, management accounting and controls, managing a small team within a busy finance function.

The position is hybrid with 2–3 days in the office, offering a £90,000 salary. You will oversee close processes, external audits, statutory accounts and key financial controls, partnering with senior stakeholders to improve processes and reporting quality.

Formación

• Fully qualified ACA or ACCA accountant with strong technical knowledge of FRS 102 and IFRS.
• Proven experience leading finance teams and delivering accurate statutory reporting.
• Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders and drive process improvements.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the monthly and quarterly close, delivering accurate results within deadlines.
• Review complex accounting adjustments, ensuring correct treatment under standards.
• Produce insightful management information for board reporting.
• Maintain balance sheet accuracy with reconciliations and issue resolution.
• Maintain robust financial controls and supporting documentation.
• Oversee cash flow projections and manage working capital needs.
• Coordinate external audits and statutory accounts preparation.
• Liaise with tax specialists to ensure correct submissions on time.
• Lead and develop a team of three Management Accountants.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.

Conocimientos

Financial reporting

Management accounting

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

IFRS & FRS 102 knowledge

Educación

ACA/ACCA qualification

Descripción del empleo

Financial Controller – Oxfordshire - 9 month FTC

Location:Oxfordshire
Salary:£90,000
Working Pattern: Hybrid working - 2-3 days in office

About the Client

Our client is a large, international organisation operating within the Insurance sector, with a strong reputation and an established global presence. They pride themselves on creating a collaborative and supportive working environment where employees are encouraged to develop professionally and take ownership of their careers. With a genuine focus on teamwork, inclusivity and employee wellbeing, they offer an environment where individuals can make a meaningful contribution and enjoy long-term career development.

About the Job

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller to take responsibility for financial reporting, management accounting and financial controls within a well-established finance function. Managing a team of three Management Accountants, you will play an important role in maintaining financial accuracy, strengthening internal processes and supporting senior leadership with reliable financial information.

Duties will include:

• Managing the monthly and quarterly financial close, delivering accurate results within agreed deadlines.

• Reviewing complex accounting adjustments, ensuring appropriate treatment in line with relevant reporting standards.

• Working closely with senior finance colleagues to produce insightful management information and support board-level reporting.

• Taking responsibility for balance sheet accuracy, including reviewing reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.

• Maintaining effective financial controls and ensuring appropriate supporting documentation is in place.

• Overseeing cash flow projections, assessing working capital requirements and challenging financial assumptions.

• Coordinating external audits, preparing statutory accounts and addressing technical accounting matters.

• Liaising with tax specialists to ensure relevant submissions are completed correctly and on time.

• Reviewing regulatory reporting requirements, including FCA submissions and quarterly compliance declarations.

• Leading, coaching and developing a team of three Management Accountants.

• Ensuring financial reporting meets applicable accounting standards and internal policies.

• Identifying opportunities to streamline financial procedures, improve reporting quality and strengthen operational efficiency.

About the Successful Applicant

You will be a fully qualified ACA or ACCA accountant with strong technical knowledge of FRS 102 and IFRS, alongside proven experience leading finance teams. You will bring expertise in statutory reporting, audit management and financial controls, with the confidence to engage and influence senior stakeholders. A collaborative approach, excellent attention to detail and a proactive mindset towards improving processes will be essential.

What You Will Receive in Return

You will join a successful international organisation offering a supportive, people-focused culture and the opportunity to make a genuine impact within its finance function. Alongside a competitive salary, you can expect opportunities for professional development, career progression and exposure to senior stakeholders. The organisation also promotes employee wellbeing, inclusion and work-life balance, with flexible working arrangements potentially available depending on business requirements.