Financial Controller

Our client, a leading entity in the energy sector is currently seeking a Financial Controller to join their team on a permanent basis. This pivotal role is based in the London Office with travel as required to fulfil the responsibilities effectively. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will manage various financial reporting tasks and ensure the integrity of financial ledgers across the group.

• Manage all aspects of month-end reporting, including preparation of monthly consolidated management accounts for individual entities and the group, encompassing P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow, along with variance analysis and comments.
• Prepare and submit quarterly shareholder reports.
• Annual statutory accounts preparation following IFRS, specifically IFRS16, for the group and individual entities (FRS101).
• Oversee financial management of the Belgian subsidiary.
• Review quarterly VAT submissions and coordinate the preparation of corporation tax computations.
• Submit statistical reports to ONS and write technical accounting papers, liaising with auditors and advisors, and presenting findings to the leadership team and shareholders.
• Manage multi-year planning, annual budget, and quarterly forecasts processes across the company.
• Guide shareholder reporting and communication, and maintain the integrity of financial ledgers, ensuring process improvements, and adherence to policies and procedures.
• Oversee internal and external audits and manage the Assistant Accountant.

• Experience in financial reporting and analysis, including consolidated management accounts.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP standards, particularly in preparing statutory accounts.
• Proficiency in managing VAT submissions and tax computations.
• Ability to write detailed technical accounting papers and present findings to various stakeholders.
• Understanding of audit processes and maintaining financial governance.
• Effective team management skills, including training and developing junior staff.
• Experience in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Opportunity to work in a highly collaborative and flexible environment.
• Involvement in diverse and challenging projects.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

If you are looking to further your career within a forward-thinking and innovative finance team, we would love to hear from you.