Interim Financial Controller

Caroline Gardner Publishing; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading publishing company is seeking an Interim Financial Controller to provide financial direction and oversee the finance team. This full-time, hybrid role involves managing the monthly accounts preparation, statutory compliance, and financial strategy. With a competitive salary and benefits including hybrid working and a generous leave allowance, it's an exciting opportunity to shape financial operations during a growth phase.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance

Extra holiday days for long service

Discretionary birthday off

Staff discount of up to 65%

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Weekly fruit delivery

Refreshments

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in similar role.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting software.
• Good leadership and management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the Assistant Accountant and Credit Controller.
• Prepare the annual company budget with input from heads of departments.
• Oversee customer credit risk and manage statutory compliance.

Skills

Strategic planning and forecasting

Budget planning and management

GAAP accounting principles

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

ACCA, ACA or CIMA

Diploma or degree in business or accounting

GCSE including accounting and/or business studies

Tools

Sage 200

Excel

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role overview

As the Financial Controller, you will work closely with the Managing Director and department heads to provide clear financial direction and drive operational efficiency. You will manage and develop the Assistant Accountant and Credit Controller, fostering a high-performing and collaborative finance team.

key responsibilities

You will undertake a variety of duties, including but not limited to:

• Monthly management of accounts preparation and reporting.
• Manage the month end close process.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliation.
• Review the financial performance of the company.
• Develop KPI reporting suite for the company.
• Review monthly KPI and provide corrective action.
• Manage statutory compliance, working with an external accountant to complete the accounts and tax computation.
• Prepare the annual company budget with input from head of departments.
• Review the financial performance of the company.
• Develop a financial strategy to meet the strategic business plan of the company.
• Liaise with managing director to develop long-term strategic business plan.
• Maintain and monitor the daily cashflow actual and forecast.
• Manage foreign currency purchases and forward contracts to meet to foreign supplier payments.
• Oversee the general, sales and purchase Ledgers.
• Oversee the work of the assistant accountant and credit controller.
• Develop and train the assistant accountant and credit controller, and any other finance team members
• Provide financial and technical guidance to heads of department.
• Develop and maintain sound internal and good governance systems in the company.
• Oversee customer credit risk.
• Assist with the HR internal function working closely with the HR Officer and external HR support, where appropriate.
• Prepare monthly payroll for submission to external payroll bureau.
• Manage pension and PAYE/NIC compliance payments and reporting.
• Oversee the vat return preparation for company.
• Oversee the development and implementation of new Enterprise Resource Planning business system.
• Maintain relationships with external IT provider and business system providers where required.
• Control and manage the system administration of Sage 200 and approve all business systems and file server user security and permission.
• Maintain good working relationship with external stakeholders.
• Oversee general, sales and purchase ledgers for Caroline Gardner Holding Limited and Caroline Gardner Holidays Rental Limited
• Management of statutory compliance, working with an external accountant to complete the accounts and tax computation for Caroline Gardner Holding Limited and Caroline Gardner Holidays Rental Limited.
• GCSE including accounting and or business studies.
• Diploma or degree in business or accounting
• ACCA, or ACA (would consider CIMA)
• 3+ years’ experience in similar role
• Good written and communication skills
• Strategic planning and forecasting skills
• Excellent budget planning and management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Good leadership and management skills
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of GAAP accounting principles and preparation
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Proficient in excel and accounting software
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to build good relationships with internal and external stakeholders

salary & benefits

Competitive salary depending on experience.

Benefits include hybrid working (3 office days), a generous annual leave allowance with long service extra holiday days plus discretionary day off for your birthday, staff discount of up to 65%, discretionary annual bonus scheme, pension, an Employee Assistance Programme, weekly fruit delivery and refreshments, and much more.

This is a fixed term, full-time contract, to commence Mid-August (five days per week, 9.00am–5.30pm, 37.5 hrs per week) until likely Dec 2025.

* This is a fixed-term opportunity to commence mid-August, with a view to securing a permanent employee likely to commence Dec 2025. There may be potential for a permanent role to be offered in the future for the right candidate. The permanent vacancy can be found on our website and their start date is negotiable.

This role is based at our Head Office in Putney, London.

how to apply

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter, explaining your current experience and reasons for applying directly to HR via [e-mail].

If your application is shortlisted, the interview process will consist of a number of stages, the first of which will be a remote interview via Teams with HR or the Head of Strategy, Change, and Resource.

the company

Based in South-West London, Caroline Gardner Publishing is a leading supplier of cards, stationery, and stylish home and gifting products, catering to design-focused retailers worldwide. From high street brands and department stores to independent galleries, our products find a home in a diverse range of retail spaces.

With a successful boutique on London’s Marylebone High Street and a vibrant ecommerce platform, Caroline Gardner’s unique blend of quirky and sophisticated designs is also available directly to consumers. Our brand enjoys a strong, loyal following and is both instantly recognisable and highly sought after by a wide array of customers. We’re excited to continue expanding into new product areas with ambitious growth plans on the horizon.

Celebrating 30 years in 2023, Caroline Gardner is a British brand known for its commitment to high-quality products and exceptional customer service. We are deeply conscious of our environmental and community impact, focusing on creating timeless, substantial designs that resonate with modern life rather than fleeting trends.

As part of our dedication to social and environmental responsibility, we have embarked on a continuous improvement journey and have recently received an accredited B-Corp certification.

The business is at an exciting stage of growth and transformation. With ambitious plans to expand our presence across retail and ecommerce, we're looking for talented individuals to help drive this journey.

Caroline Gardner is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Retail and Wholesale

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