Financial Controller (6 Month FTC)

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Financial Controller (6 Month FTC), United Kingdom

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Job Category: Finance

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 2dd47c64459c

Job Views: 13

Posted: 29.04.2025

Expiry Date: 13.06.2025

Job Description

Main Purpose of the Role:

• Ensure the robust and smooth operation of the commercial accounting functions.
• Provide timely, accurate, and strategic guidance to project teams and senior management.
• Collaborate with departments outside finance to achieve strategic aims.

Reporting to the Head of Commercial Finance, with some planned overseas travel involved.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the GM and management teams as a Finance Business Partner, preparing and presenting financial information, reviewing processes, and implementing controls.
• Act as the first point of contact for finance-related queries for project teams and overseas finance teams.
• Maintain communication with Project Managers regarding project progress, margins, and risks, ensuring accurate forecasting and accounting.
• Produce reporting packs, review variances, and collaborate with departmental heads on actions.
• Develop systems, enforce internal controls, and ensure compliance with governance policies.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners.
• Coordinate with Order Co-ordinators and Transport teams on finance issues related to orders and export documentation.
• Engage in risk management projects and tasks for the company's benefit.
• Manage the application of insurance policies and coordinate overseas insurance activities.
• Handle general queries and ad hoc projects.
• Support management reporting, including month-end and analysis of results.
• Assist with year-end reporting and consolidation processes.
• Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance and control robustness.
• Maintain relationships with external accountants and auditors.
• Manage treasury functions to ensure sufficient funding for overseas units while maximizing UK cash.

Skills and Qualifications

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), preferably with experience in a multinational environment. Strong analytical skills, organizational ability, and excellent communication are essential. Experience in project accounting, exporting, aftersales, and risk management projects is desirable.