Growth-Driven Financial Controller & MLRO

ASC Connections; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ASC Connections in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to provide financial leadership and steer a small finance team. The role collaborates with the CEO, Board and senior stakeholders to drive robust reporting, internal controls and regulatory compliance.

You will manage monthly management accounts, VAT, payroll coordination, year-end processes and act as MLRO to ensure AML/CTF compliance.

Qualifications

• Qualified in ACCA/ACA/CIMA or QBE considered.
• Experience leading a finance team and partnering with senior stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and VAT obligations.
• AML/CTF and financial crime awareness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts for internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare weekly sales, margin and performance reports.
• Month-end reporting, journals and reconciliations.
• Variance analysis and financial reports to support CEO/Board decisions.
• Budgeting, forecasting and risk analysis.
• VAT, import duties and tax liabilities; complete VAT returns.
• Coordinate monthly payroll with an external provider; year-end close.
• Act as MLRO and ensure AML/CTF compliance with regulators.

Skills

ACCA/ACA/CIMA

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualification

Job description

ASC Connections in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to provide financial leadership and steer a small finance team. The role collaborates with the CEO, Board and senior stakeholders to drive robust reporting, internal controls and regulatory compliance.

You will manage monthly management accounts, VAT, payroll coordination, year-end processes and act as MLRO to ensure AML/CTF compliance.