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Financial Controller

Accountancy Action
Posted a day ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Watford, Hertfordshire WD24 4LH

Contract type

Part Time

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  • An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller to join on an interim basis.
  • The role involves overseeing the finance team, managing core accounting operations, and ensuring accurate financial reporting.
  • Candidates must be fully qualified accountants (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least five years of experience in a similar role.
  • The position requires strong knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS102, as well as excellent analytical skills.
  • The salary for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller to join on an interim basis. This role will take ownership of the finance function, ensuring smooth operations, accurate reporting, and strong financial controls during a critical period.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Oversee the finance team and manage core accounting operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Management Accounting.
  • Lead the month-end close process and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
  • Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow, providing key insights to senior leadership.
  • Ensure compliance with FRS102 and UK GAAP, preparing statutory accounts and managing audits.
  • Strengthen internal controls, streamline processes, and identify efficiencies.
  • Act as a strategic partner to the CFO, contributing to business planning and decision-making.
Person Specification:
  • Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least five years’ experience in a similar role.
  • Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS102, and financial reporting standards.
  • Proven experience in audit, compliance, and internal controls.
  • Excellent analytical skills with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
  • Strong Excel skills and experience working with financial systems.
  • Hands-on leader with the ability to motivate and develop a finance team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a results-driven Financial Controller who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys taking ownership of key finance functions

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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.