Financial Controller - ACA/ACCA
Posted 23/01/2025 by Axon Moore
Axon Moore have partnered with a leading PE backed SME in Bury who have created a new role in their structure to add a Financial Controller. Ideally an ACA/ACCA qualified accountant with a strong audit background.
The business came under PE investment in 2021 and have since acquired 2 businesses, with plans to go through an exit in the next 2-3 years.
This role requires a detail-oriented individual with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a high-growth, fast-changing environment. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Oversee accurate and timely monthly management accounts, ensuring that financial data is correctly recorded and reported, providing a clear picture of the company's financial health
- Manage a team of 3 direct reports, providing guidance and ensuring they contribute effectively to the team’s objectives
- Conduct detailed profit and loss analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement. Your insights will help guide strategic decisions and improve business performance
- Lead the annual audit process by preparing necessary documentation, reconciling accounts, and addressing auditor queries, ensuring a smooth and efficient audit
- Assist departments and Head of Finance in producing the annual budget and forecasts
- Check payroll, ensuring all adjustments are included
- Accurately calculate and process commission payments, ensuring that all payments are made in accordance with the company's compensation structure and timelines
- Ensure that VAT returns are completed accurately and submitted on time, complying with all relevant tax regulations and minimising any risk of penalties
- Translate complex financial information into clear and concise reports that can be easily understood by non-financial managers, aiding them in making informed decisions
- Participate in various ad-hoc projects, such as the development and improvement of finance business processes, ensuring that the finance function remains aligned with overall business objectives.
- ACA/ACCA Qualified with an audit background
- Ability to work in a high growth, fast paced environment
- You should be a strong team player, capable of collaborating with colleagues across departments and providing support to ensure team goals are achieved.
- Financially numerate with strong Excel skills
- Type:
- Permanent
- Start Date:
- 06/02/2025
- Contract Length:
- N/A
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- Job Reference:
- DK/121224
- Job ID:
- 222784346
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