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Financial Controller

Reed
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

London, Greater London W12 9JB, England

Salary

£45,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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.

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  • The Financial Controller position offers a salary of £45,000 per year plus benefits.
  • This full-time, permanent role is located in Shepard's Bush and requires 5-10 years of experience in a similar financial management role.
  • The successful candidate will assist the Managing Director and bookkeeping team with financial and management accounts for a group of nursery companies.
  • Key responsibilities include maintaining the Nominal Ledger, processing payrolls, managing accounts receivable, and collaborating on new processes.
  • Candidates should have proficiency in Xero accounting software, excellent Excel skills, and relevant qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or AAT.
Financial Controller
  • Salary: £45,000 per year + benefits
  • Location: Shepard's Bush, (Onsite)
  • Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Reed are collaborating with a hugely successful Montessori accredited school and nursery who are on the lookout for a Financial Controller to assist the Managing Director and existing bookkeeping team with all aspects of financial and management accounts information for the group of nursery companies. This position is perfect for a proactive individual who thrives under pressure in a dynamic office setting and seeks exciting challenges within a growing company.

Responsibilities:
  • Maintain the Nominal Ledger and prepare management accounts along with various forecasts.
  • Process monthly payrolls and generate reports for Directors and senior team members.
  • Oversee all month-end management account processes and proactively manage accounts receivable.
  • Liaise with nursery management teams regarding bookings and cost management.
  • Handle payroll and pensions administration.
  • Maintain the fixed assets register.
  • Collaborate closely with the Managing Director to implement new processes as per the Directors' requests.
Required Skills & Qualifications: 
  • 5-10 years’ experience in a similar Finacial Controller or Management Accounting role.
  • Experience in the nursery sector preferred but not essential.
  • Proficiency in Xero accounting software and excellent Excel skills.
  • ACCA, CIMA, ACA, AAT qualified ideal.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a sharp eye for detail and a proactive approach.
  • Experience working in an SME environment and ability to adjust to new ways of working.

To apply for this Financial Controller position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position. All applicants will be carefully vetted and subject to reference and suitability checks, including DBS enhanced disclosure.

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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.