Financial Controller – Salary up to £75,000 DoE – VFR3049

TN United Kingdom; Oxshott; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Controller to enhance financial processes and systems within a rapidly growing PR agency. This exciting opportunity involves collaborating closely with client teams, managing the core finance function, and mentoring junior staff. As part of a dynamic team, you will play a pivotal role in financial reporting, budgeting, and supporting international expansion efforts. With a focus on scalability and efficiency, this role promises to be both challenging and rewarding for a self-starter with strong leadership qualities. If you are ready to make a significant impact in a creative environment, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• CIMA/ACCA qualified or finalist with strong Excel skills.
• Experience in a high-growth, dynamic environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage core finance function and maintain Paprika accounting system.
• Prepare financial budgets and support international expansion.

Skills

CIMA/ACCA qualified or finalist

Advanced Excel skills

Leadership qualities

Excellent communication skills

Self-starter with task management skills

Experience in SME creative agency

Collaboration and mentoring skills

Tools

Paprika accounting system

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Financial Controller – Salary up to £75,000 DoE – VFR3049, Oxshott

Client: VisionFR Limited

Location: Oxshott, United Kingdom

Job Category: Finance

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 333d8ce8619b

Job Views: 12

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

Financial Controller – Salary up to £75,000 DoE – VFR3049

Business: PR Agency

Contract: Full Time

Location: London – Farringdon

Reference: VisionFR 3049

VisionFR is working on a great new role with an award-winning Strategic Communications Agency based in London. It is an SME agency of around 60 client-facing team members and a finance team of 4. The agency is undergoing rapid growth and is seeking a strong Financial Controller to join the team. The role will report directly to the CFO, focusing on improving financial processes and systems for scalability and high-quality financial reporting. It will involve close collaboration with client-facing teams on revenue, data analysis, and commercial support, as well as mentoring junior finance staff.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Management of the core finance function

• Maintain the Paprika accounting system.
• Conduct weekly reviews of cash flow, aged creditors, and debtors.
• Manage month-end processes, including producing management accounts.
• Oversee working capital, ensuring timely billing and payments.
• Manage relationships with payroll, pension, and insurance providers.
• Handle tax and statutory filings, including VAT and Companies House submissions.
• Train and mentor the Accounts Assistant.

Working with the Wider Agency

• Assist client teams with budgeting during pitches and fee reviews.
• Compile staff timesheet data and prepare reports for resourcing and client analysis.
• Coordinate with HR for onboarding, training, and registration processes.
• Serve as the key contact for finance matters related to the African subsidiary.
• Provide ad hoc financial support to Partners and senior managers.

Working with the CFO

• Prepare financial budgets and reforecasts.
• Manage relationships with banks and external auditors.
• Develop understanding of the Paprika system and its benefits.
• Develop and test new processes and systems to enhance efficiency and support growth.
• Support international expansion, especially into Africa.
• Contribute to revenue maximization and cost management initiatives.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• CIMA/ACCA qualified or finalist.
• Paprika experience is preferred but not essential.
• Willingness to work in a high-growth, dynamic environment.
• Self-starter with good task management and prioritization skills.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Personable, collaborative team player with leadership qualities and mentoring skills.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Experience working in an SME creative agency (PR, advertising, design, market research).
• Availability for a quick start before the end of July.

VisionFR is committed to promoting equality, diversity, inclusion, and eliminating unlawful discrimination within our workforce and in our clients' recruitment processes.

Due to high application volumes, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume your application was not successful, often due to other candidates having more relevant sector experience, qualifications, or skills.