Financial Controller

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Basildon

Reed Finance are supporting our client, a fast-growing SME business, with the recruitment of a Finance Manager to lead their finance function. This key position involves providing leadership and financial expertise, modernising accounting practices, and participating in strategic decision-making. The role is ideal for someone with senior accounts management experience who is proactive, deadline-focused, and has a sharp eye for detail.

• Provide leadership for the finance function and offer financial expertise for strategic decision-making.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of accounting records, compliance with accounting standards, and consistency with company policies.
• Modernise accounting practices incorporating new technologies and automation.
• Liaise with third-party accountants to ensure compliance with statutory and HMRC reporting requirements.
• Manage cash forecasting and oversee the sales and purchase ledgers.
• Oversee credit control, actively managing priority debtors and credit checking.
• Manage bank, petty cash, and credit card reconciliations, as well as the payroll function.
• Assist with the production of financial statements and corporation tax returns.
• Maintain accounting records for a property management company and manage the order processing function through to dispatch.
• Liaise with the company’s HR and Legal third-party support as required.

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience
• Organised, proactive, and deadline-focused approach.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and influence.
• Strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience in creating profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flows.
• Good numeracy, literacy, and general IT skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with Sage accounting software or similar.
• Track record of making sound commercial decisions.

This is an excellent opportunity to become a key player in the management team of a small but rapidly growing business. If you are looking to grow with a company and have a significant impact, we would love to hear from you.

To apply for this lead finance position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience.