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Financial Reporting and Controls Manager

Lord Accounting & Finance
Posted a day ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Wolverhampton, Staffordshire WV6 7NR

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for a Financial Controller at a market-leading professional services group in Wolverhampton, offering a salary of up to £75,000 plus benefits.
  • The role requires a qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA) with a background in practice and a minimum of several years of relevant experience.
  • The Financial Controller will manage a small team and oversee all financial accounting processes, including month-end accounts and audits.
  • Candidates should possess strong communication skills, the ability to manage multiple stakeholders, and a proactive approach to operational improvements.
  • Experience in professional services is advantageous, but not essential, and interested applicants should submit a detailed CV online.

Professional ServicesWolverhampton (hybrid)To £75,000 + benefitsThe Company

Our client is a market leading, award-winning professional services group enjoying considerable growth both in profit and revenues. They really value their employees and provide a collegiate, inclusive environment in which to work.The RoleReporting to the Finance Director, our client is looking to appoint a high calibre Financial Controller to lead their finance function ensuring the continued growth and success of the business. You will manage a small team overseeing all management and financial accounting processes, providing all required reporting information to the firm's partners working closely as their trusted advisor with all financial information.Duties will include:

  • Managing a small team heading up the day-to-day financial activities including; preparation of month end accounts, VAT returns, bank and balance sheet reconciliations, accruals and prepayments, audits and year end statutory accounts
  • Maintain all financial controls and systems within the business, identifying and recommending potential operational efficiencies and improvements to working practices and procedures
  • Develop forecasting models (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow)
  • Overseeing all accounts payable, receivables and credit control
  • Management of the payroll and completion of P11D tax forms and other statutory returns
  • Liaison with external auditors and management of the annual audit process

The Candidate

  • Qualified Accountant ACCA, ACA ideally with a practice background
  • Clarity in written and verbal communication and able to articulate financial issues in an easily understandable fashion with the ability to manage the expectations of multiple stakeholders
  • An approachable and collaborative Manager able to develop and support your team through leading by example
  • An enquiring mind and proactive focus with exceptional organisational skills
  • Confident and articulate in presentation
  • Professional services background would be an advantage but is not essential

How to applyTo apply in confidence please submit a fully detailed CV online detailing your current remuneration package quoting job reference 373660.

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