An amazing newly created opportunity has arisen for a fast paced growing SME situated on the Essex / Herts border. The Financial Controller is someone who can work collaboratively as a team player, and is able to easily build and maintain strong working relationships and is able to lead by example.

Main responsibilities include

Manage month-end close processes including the posting of accurate accruals, prepayments, and deferred income
Produce monthly management accounts and department finance reports
Proactively support non finance people with departmental budgets
Work with department managers to identify areas of improvement to drive efficiencies and increase financial performance throughout the company
Ensure the Finance Team is highly engaged, focused on the key priorities and developing in line with the needs of the individual and Planteria
Ensure tax compliance, including VAT, PAYE, CIS and corporation tax, with support from external advisors
Oversee external audits
Assist the Finance Director with budget setting, financial modelling and improvements to finance systems and processes

To be considered for this opportunity you will need to demonstrate the following

Ideally Part Qualified / Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
Proven experience as Finance Manager or Controller
Experience working in a fast paced SME environment
Experience working in a service industry would be beneficial

With a culture that promotes growth mindset, this is a unique opportunity to genuinely add value & support the growth of the business

For further information please contact Hannah Flindall

Financial Controller

Management Accountant

Accountant

Financial Controller