We are delighted to work exclusively with our Northampton-based client to recruit an experienced Financial Controller. This opportunity arises as the current Financial Controller, who has been a valued team member for 15 years, plans to retire in April 2025.
This role reports directly to the Managing Director and offers a great opportunity to contribute to an established business. Your expertise will be instrumental in shaping the company’s financial direction, and you will work closely with a dedicated and energetic team.
Key Responsibilities:
*Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, analysing trends, variances, and areas for improvement.
*Process monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
*Manage VAT submissions and statutory returns, ensuring all deadlines are met.
*Oversee the budgeting process.
*Provide forecasts and financial insights to support management decisions.
*Monitor and manage cash flow to meet operational needs and strategic goals.
*Implement cost controls and work with project teams to keep projects within budget.
*Communicate financial information clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
*Lead and develop a small finance team, supporting their growth and performance.
*Contribute to strategic planning through financial analysis.
*Oversee IT systems, ensuring they support business needs effectively and remain secure and up-to-date.
*Manage HR-related tasks, including overseeing staff records, and ensuring compliance with employment legislation.
The ideal candidate will be a qualified professional with ACCA, CIMA, or ACA credentials. They will step into a role that requires not only technical expertise but also the ambition and drive to uphold the high standards set by their predecessor. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone committed and eager to grow, ready to fill some "big boots" while making their own mark on the business.
Remuneration
*Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum, depending on experience
*Hours: 8.30 am to 5 pm - Monday to Friday - Office-based
*Holidays: 22 days plus statutory days
Debbie Burbage Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. Candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. We are a member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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