Financial Controller

Financial Controller

• North Liverpool/ Formby/ Southport area
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays accrued up to 33 days plus bank holidays
• 20% pension employer contribution
• Permanent 36 hours per week

Client Details

Working for an academy of schools in the North Liverpool/ Southport area two brand new positions have been created due to company growth! The academy has seen significant growth in recent years, playing a crucial role in shaping the education landscape. With more schools joining Trust, there's a stronger emphasis on collaboration, shared resources, and improving educational outcomes. This expansion reflects a move towards greater efficiency, innovation, and support for both staff and students.

Description

Duties and Tasks of the Financial Controller:

• Manage a small team fostering a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and strong customer service.
• Financial Accounting: Oversee month-end and year-end processes, including accruals, prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations, and fixed asset management.
• Oversee transactions processing ensure invoices are processed accurately and on time, manage supplier reconciliations, and oversee debt recovery procedures.
• Maintain internal controls & compliance ensuring compliance with the Trust and external regulations.
• Lead the preparation of statutory accounts, coordinate external and internal audits, and ensure timely submission of financial reports.
• Oversee investments in line with policy, and maintain accurate cash flow forecasting.
• Own the financial accounting and purchase order systems, ensuring data integrity and continuous improvements.

Profile

Experience required as the Financial Controller:

• Qualified account (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent by experience)
• First time movers will be considered for this role
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles, procedures and controls
• Experience in budget management and forecasting
• Handling complex financial data thorough accounting systems and Excel

Job Offer

What's on offer:

• 28 days holiday accrued to 33 plus bank holidays
• 20% pension contribution
• Healthcare plan
• Opportunity for personal growth an development
• 36 hours per week flexible start and finish time
• Hybrid working