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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller (Part time) to join a thriving Pharmaceutical business, for one day per week. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in accounting and finance operations in London.
Client Details
Our client is a well-established, large organisation within the pharmaceutical industry. They have a robust presence in the UK and are recognised for their commitment to delivering high-quality products to a broad customer base. The growing team are now looking for a Financial Controller (Part time) to run operations from their London office.
Description
The key responsibilities of this Financial Controller (Part time) role will be:
- Build and maintain financial models and statements to support forecasting, strategic planning, and budgeting processes
- Maintaining the accounting ledger and overseeing our third-party accounting firm for preparation of financial statements, ensuring proper and timely invoicing, monitoring payables/receivables, and overseeing compliance
- Analyse, understand, and communicate variance drivers compared to our internal
- forecast
- Synthesise complex financial analysis into easily digestible and actionable communications for stakeholders to support decision-making
- Establish and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting
- Prepare necessary documentation for VAT returns and annual tax returns, manage tax filings with third party provider, and ensure compliance with all applicable tax regulations
Profile
A successful Financial Controller should have:
- 4 - 7 years of UK GAAP accountancy experience, preferably within retail or FMCG sectors
- Start-up experience highly valued)
- Must hold a Chartered Accountant (ACA) qualification or equivalent
- Highly self-motivated, with the ability to run against problems with little direction,
- experience knowing when and how to escalate effectively
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets; strong financial modeling
- capabilities
- Extraordinary attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience with Xero is beneficial
Job Offer
The successful candidate will receive:
- A competitive hourly wage
- Flexible working style
- A vibrant and inclusive working environment.
- Company phone and laptop
- A chance to work in one of the most exciting FMCG companies in London.
