Strategic Cost & Reporting Controller

Smartstream Limited; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full study support

Hybrid working (3 days in office)

Company pension scheme

Group life assurance

25 days annual leave (28 with service)

Job summary

SmartStream invites applications for a Cost and Reporting Controller in Bristol. Hybrid role (3 days in office). You will oversee accounting, analysis and reporting for group cost centres, producing monthly performance packs for budget holders and executive management.

The role uses NetSuite and Anaplan, supports headcount reporting, journals, cost allocations, and monthly P&L commentary. You will work with the Group Finance team and report to the CFO.

Qualifications

• Good command of English and numerical accuracy.
• Studying towards a recognised accounting qualification (CIMA/ACCA).
• Experience with financial reporting and variance analysis preferred.
• Experience with ERP and planning tools is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee headcount reporting and ensure accurate reflection in Anaplan.
• Post journals in NetSuite for accruals, prepayments and cost reclassifications.
• Provide monthly commentary and analysis for cost categories and departments.
• Prepare monthly management packs and commentary for the CFO and board.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Communication skills

Meet deadlines

Team player

Relationship building

Education

CIMA/ACCA in progress

Tools

NetSuite

Anaplan

Job description

SmartStream invites applications for a Cost and Reporting Controller in Bristol. Hybrid role (3 days in office). You will oversee accounting, analysis and reporting for group cost centres, producing monthly performance packs for budget holders and executive management.

The role uses NetSuite and Anaplan, supports headcount reporting, journals, cost allocations, and monthly P&L commentary. You will work with the Group Finance team and report to the CFO.