Finance Controller

About Our Client

My client is the UK subsidiary of an International Manufacturer and Retailer, with a global sales reach of 500 million. The UK office manages sales in the major retailers through wholesale and e-commerce channels, sourcing the majority of its product from the manufacturing facility. They are currently looking to bring the finance function in-house, as the UK accounting is currently outsourced to a firm of accountants.

Job Description

• Carry out Balance Sheet Control Account Reconciliations.
• Deliver Month End close and prepare a monthly set of Management Accounts.
• Able to perform analysis of the UK business using financial tools. Confident in dealing with data sets in Excel. Experience of producing a presentation pack for business stakeholders.
• Will be the primary point of contact for the UK auditors. Will have experience of dealing with auditors and keeping records to a satisfactory standard in adherence with UK GAAP / IFRS.
• Responsible for maintaining standard costs and valuing stock. Reconciling stock back to our 3rd party warehouses will be a major part of asset integrity within the balance sheet.
• Prepare for the annual stocktake for the year-end audit.
• Prepare cash flows and financial forecasts. Working capital is a critical business KPI and it will be important to understand the cash cycle and plan cash commitments accordingly.
• Complete VAT returns.
• Control staff expenses.

The Successful Applicant

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA or QBE
• Strong attention to detail
• Knowledge of SAP will be advantageous but more important is exposure to ERP systems in general and an expertise in managing financial ledgers effectively.

What's on Offer

A competitive salary, a strong work-life balance, and a friendly team with a good culture! My client may also be open to someone working 4 days a week for the right candidate.