Michael Page is pleased to be supporting an innovative and market-leading European business in hiring a Financial Controller UK&I to report into the European FD for their UK Business, to be based in Stockport. It's an exciting time for the Group as they have started a finance transformation project which this new hire will play a key role in.
Job Description
Reporting to the European FD, you will be responsible for:
Empowering the accounting teams by providing developmental support, goal-setting, and expert mentorship.
Distributing tasks and responsibilities to align with departmental goals, ensuring efficient team operation and objective fulfillment.
Conducting evaluations and delivering constructive feedback to nurture team growth and performance.
Financial Accounting & Reporting.
Coordinating, preparing, and submitting the accounting operations to provide IFRS monthly, quarterly, and annual financials, in accordance with the group calendar to IFRS group and local standards for the UK & Ireland entities.
Coordinating local and group external auditors for annual audits and statutory accounts preparation, ensuring any audit issues are resolved and communicated.
Overseeing VAT, PAYE, and other tax filings, ensuring timely and accurate submissions and ownership of payroll accounting, interfacing with HR and payroll provider.
Assisting as required by the Controlling department to contribute to the annual budget process for the UK & Ireland.
The Successful Applicant
You will need to be:
ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified accountant with a strong background in IFRS experience.
A minimum of 10-15 years of experience in finance, including 7-10 years in a sales-focused industrial finance position and at least 5 years in a leadership role.
SAP S4HANA experience is a must, and HFM/Hyperion knowledge would be beneficial.
Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
Strong attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining accuracy and integrity of financial information.