Role: Financial ControllerLocation: DorchesterSalary: £50-55kTo support us in our next ambitious and exciting phase of growth, we are looking for a Financial Controller to take full responsibility for managing the company's finance function, including overseeing the work of existing finance colleagues.You will be a qualified accountant who has managed complex finance functions previously, ideally within a high growth manufacturing/engineering environment. As Financial Controller, you will be instrumental in providing counsel to the board on the current financial position of the company. You will use your experience and insight to provide guidance to the board in supporting the short-term and long-term success of the company.You will be a natural leader, a great communicator and comfortable with liaising with external and internal stakeholders at all levels, providing accurate insight to staff around internal financial policies and procedures.About you;* ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified accountant, ideally with a minimum of 10 years of experience in finance.* A good understanding of accounting treatment of work in progress and long-term contracts is essential.* Experienced with overseeing and managing monthly, and annual, payroll activity.* Excellent understanding of the legal submissions and requirements of a finance function.* Experienced with Sage 50 accounts and Sage payroll.* Previous experience with reviewing VAT transactions and filing quarterly VAT returns.* Demonstrable experience with financial modelling for forecasting, variance analysis and budgeting.* Having practice experience would be highly desirable.* Previous experience with maintenance of development cost portfolios and impairment reviews would be highly advantageous.* Proven ability to manage own time and prioritise tasks based on high level project milestones and objectives.* Excellent interpersonal abilities and proven ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional project environment.* Exceptional written and oral communication skills (working language is English).* Proficiency with MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Visio), and expert with Excel.If you feel the above Financial Controller specification matches your professional background, click apply.
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ITSS Recruitment Ltd
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for 4 hours
Dorchester, Dorset DT2 9FN, England
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The role of Financial Controller is based in Dorchester with a salary range of £50-55k.
- We are seeking a qualified accountant with a minimum of 10 years of experience in finance, preferably in a high growth manufacturing or engineering environment.
- The successful candidate will manage the finance function and provide counsel to the board on the company's financial position.
- Key responsibilities include overseeing payroll activity, managing VAT transactions, and conducting financial forecasting and budgeting.
- Strong communication skills and proficiency in Sage 50 accounts, Sage payroll, and MS Office applications are essential for this position.
