Senior Financial Controller

Hays PLC; Watford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled Senior Financial Controller to join their dynamic finance team. This role offers the opportunity to lead financial reporting, manage tax compliance, and oversee international currency transactions. With a focus on growth, the company provides a collaborative environment where your leadership and analytical skills will thrive. You'll manage a team of finance professionals while ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS standards. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a forward-thinking organization, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive health benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-qualification experience in financial control.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and VAT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, providing insights to management.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Tax Compliance

International Currency Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Job description

Financial Controller role with growth potential Hemel Hempstead

Senior Financial Controller

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About Us: Our client is a dynamic and growing international company, seeking a highly skilled Senior Financial Controller to join our finance team. Our company operates across multiple countries, providing innovative solutions in the technology sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS standards.
• Tax Compliance: Manage all aspects of VAT and corporation tax, including preparation and submission of tax returns.
• International Currency Management: Oversee foreign currency transactions and manage currency risk.
• Audit Coordination: Liaise with external auditors to ensure smooth and successful audits.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Requirements:

• Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with at least 5 years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience: Proven experience in financial control, preferably within an international company.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and VAT regulations.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of interacting effectively with senior management and external stakeholders.
• Leadership: Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience managing and developing a finance team.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

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