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Group Financial Controller

Michael Page Finance
Posted 6 days ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Leicester, Leicestershire LE5 4AA

Salary

£110,000 - £140,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Group Financial Controller position requires a professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA, along with significant experience in a large Plc environment, preferably FTSE 100.
  • This role involves overseeing monthly Board-level reporting, external financial reporting, and the production of consolidated management accounts, forecasts, and budgets.
  • The salary for this position ranges from £110,000 to £140,000 per annum, supplemented by a car allowance and performance-based bonuses.
  • Candidates should possess strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly in IFRS, and the ability to manage and develop a high-quality team of qualified individuals.
  • The company offers comprehensive benefits, including health care coverage, a tailored well-being package, and extensive opportunities for career development.

Group Financial Controller responsible for monthly Board-level reporting and twice yearly external financial reporting. Office based 4 days per week.

Client Details

Our client is a profitable and growing FTSE listed business with a high profile brand name based in the East Midlands. They have delivered a consistently strong financial performance with a consistent track record of increased turnover and profitability reflecting very favourably on their share price. They value innovation, collaboration and commercial agility and have a strong presence in the UK with ongoing growth and expansion into new and existing UK & international markets.

Description

  • Provide consolidated management accounts, forecasts and budgets to support effective business decisions.
  • Preparation of a monthly Board Report and attendance at all Audit Committees.
  • Oversee the production of half-yearly and annual financial accounts consolidations.
  • Preparation of the Annual Report and Accounts for external publication.
  • Ensure that statutory accounting requirements are complied with throughout the Group.
  • Ensure that the Group complies with relevant corporate governance standards.
  • Maintain and develop the financial control environment and integrity of financial reporting processes.
  • Deal with external advisors to resolve any audit issues that may arise.
  • Management & development of a high quality team of Qualified individuals

Profile

  • Professional qualification, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
  • Very strong technical accounting knowledge base (IFRS) and financial accounting skills.
  • Have operated in a large Plc environment most likely FTSE 100 in a technical financial accounting position.
  • Previous technical interaction with professional/corporate advisers is desirable.
  • A good knowledge of process review , re-engineering, and continuous improvement.
  • The ability to manage and coach teams through business transformation and change.
  • Excellent written, visual and verbal, presentation skills.
  • Demonstrate a high degree of emotional intelligence with collaborative and team-working traits.
  • The ability to interact effectively with senior stakeholders and the confidence to challenge.

Job Offer

  • An attractive basic salary range of £110,000 to £140,000 per annum.
  • Car Allowance
  • Yearly Company performance-based bonus with a track record of delivering.
  • Generous share option awards and share-save scheme.
  • Relocation package if required.
  • Comprehensive health care coverage.
  • Individually tailored well-being benefits package including gym discount.
  • An opportunity to be a part of a large, innovative listed organisation with a diverse and inclusive workforce.
  • Extensive opportunities for career development and progression.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.