Financial Controller
Location: Wetherby
Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 + Bonus & Benefits – Flexible Working
Elevation Senior Finance is currently looking to recruit a Financial Controller in Wetherby on behalf of a fast-growing business that is set for continual growth over the next few years.
Reporting to the Managing Director this will be a commercial focused role that will form a crucial link between finance and the wider business. Producing the month-end results, whilst ensuring the board receives value adding management reports which drive decision-making.
This is also a number one in finance position with a pathway of progression to Finance Director.
Key duties and responsibilities will include:
Accountable for effective financial management, financial reporting and Budget management across the business
Take a lead role in the identification and management of business risk
To lead the development and continual improvement of business support processes and financial controls, identifying cost efficiencies throughout the company
Preparation and coordination of the annual Budgets and mid-year forecasts
Preparation of monthly and annual financial reports in line with accounting standards
Analysis of month end financial performance against Budget and P&L account lines
Day-to-day cash management and management of financial needs of the business including management of the invoice factoring facility during peak periods
Ensuring strong financial controls are in place and are effective
Preparation, analysis and reporting of annual financial performance
Preparation of reports, coordination and liaison with external auditors
Develop, implement and review financial administration procedures
Ensure regular review of the contracts and supplier register
Ensure that the revenues and assets of the company are protected through the establishment of effective financial controls
The successful Financial Controller will need to be able to demonstrate the following skills and experiences:
Qualified ACA /CIMA/ACCA
Experience in leading, mentoring and developing a finance team
Team player, leading by example, with the ability to bring out the best in others
Excellent presentation skills
Significant experience in management reporting and business planning
Detail-oriented as well as seeing the bigger picture
Track record of managing and improving effective and controlled processes
High energy levels, resilient, self-motivated, proactive