Financial Controller

• A newly created Financial Controller role to support further growth
• Exciting business in their 2nd round of PE investment

About Our Client

My client is a circa £80 million turnover Private Equity backed business that has grown significantly over the last few years, both organically and more recently through acquisition. They are in their 2nd round of PE investment, having been acquired by their current owners 3 years ago. You will work closely alongside their high calibre Head of Finance and CFO as well as the wider SLT.

Job Description

• Responsible for the largest business unit within the group and manage a small team within this business unit
• Support business partnering with operational and commercial areas of the business to aid value creation
• Prepare analysis and reports for the board and SLT to demonstrate business performance
• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, working to deadlines and other supporting information
• Support the Head of Finance with the group board pack by contributing insights from analysis
• Report a 13-week forecast on a weekly basis for consolidation into the Group
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure that sales and margin forecasts are accurately maintained
• Take responsibility for the budgeting and forecasting process for the business unit
• Liaise with the auditors to support the annual audit

The Successful Applicant

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent
• Previous experience operating as a Financial Controller or at Finance Manager level
• Experience working within a contracting/service organisation is advantageous
• Strong financial analysis experience and the ability to present data
• Experience preparing management accounts and financial forecasts
• Good communication skills
• Strong attention to detail

What's on Offer

A competitive salary, as well as an opportunity to work in a high growth business with a genuine chance of progression.