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Financial Controller

ACCA Careers

England

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 80,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player in event management and catering is seeking a proactive Financial Controller to oversee all aspects of day-to-day finance. This role involves preparing management accounts, managing cash flow, and supporting operational performance through key MI and KPI data. With a friendly and engaging team, this position offers the chance to make a real impact in a growing business, all while enjoying hybrid working arrangements. If you are passionate about finance and ready to take on a hands-on role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Hybrid working
Attractive salary package
Supportive team environment
Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

  • Qualified in CIMA, ACCA, or ACA, or qualified by experience.
  • Experience in finance management within catering or hospitality.

Responsibilities

  • Preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts.
  • Managing cash positions, bank relationships, and payroll.

Skills

Financial Management
Reporting
Budgeting
KPI Analysis
Team Management

Education

CIMA
ACCA
ACA

Tools

Microsoft Excel
Accounting Software

Job description

All round financial control position, looking after all elements of day to day finance and reporting.

You will also support the operational business through the provision of key MI and KPI data.

Client Details

My client is a fantastic, boutique event management and catering business based in Kent.

They operate a number of amazing sites, and are a really friendly and engaging group of people.

They offer fantastic flexibility, and the chance to make a real difference, and take the finance function to the next level.

Description

As Financial Controller you will report to the board (which includes a fractional CFO), and will look after all elements of day to day finance management, including managing a small team.

The Remit Includes

  1. Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts
  2. Managing the cash position, bank relationships and credit cards
  3. Overseeing the Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger and Credit Control
  4. Managing monthly payroll
  5. Preparing budgets and forecasts with associated commentary
  6. Preparation of KPI and MI data to complement operational performance
  7. Maintain the asset register

Profile

The ideal candidate for this Financial Controller position will be qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or potentially qualified by experience, and have gained experience in a similar environment (restaurants, catering, hospitality, events, exhibitions, weddings etc).

You will have strong ability to manage the overall function, and to allocate costs to the relevant events.

You must be proactive, hands on, and willing to get involved in a role beyond finance for the success of the company.

Job Offer

  1. An attractive package
  2. Hybrid working (1-2 days per week on site in Kent)
  3. Excellent people
  4. A growing business
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