The Financial Controller will manage the accounting function for the UK office, ensuring that financial operations align with the company's strategic objectives. This role is critical in maintaining the integrity of the company’s financial records, managing day-to-day accounting activities, overseeing financial reporting, cash management, and producing accurate accounts. The Financial Controller will also play a key role in financial planning, strategy development, and continuous improvement of financial processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and submit detailed regulatory reports and all required annual returns.
- Oversee daily reconciliations and postings, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Manage the company’s cash flow to maintain healthy liquidity levels.
- Provide accurate entries and reports on month-end lease accounts.
- Prepare audit schedules for external audit teams and manage the audit process.
- Maintain the accounts payable function, ensuring all supplier records are up-to-date.
- Monitor expenses and expenditures to ensure alignment with the annual budget.
- Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support funding efforts.
- Coordinate and process monthly employee payroll and related documentation.
- Continuously review and implement best practice accounting procedures.
- Lead financial planning activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and strategic analysis.
- Develop and implement improvements to accounting and cash processing functions.
- Provide recommendations to reduce overall operating costs.
- Implement audit recommendations from both internal and client audits.
- Produce board papers that document business performance for quarterly meetings.
Administration:
- Prepare and present accurate financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintain all financial controls and related administrative tasks.
- Set up new client accounts for invoicing and record-keeping purposes.
- Produce and administer invoices for supplier and client transactions.
- Track payment due dates and manage communication with suppliers and clients.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Work flexibly, including outside standard hours when necessary, to meet business needs.
- Participate in ongoing training to enhance skills and meet role requirements.
- Assist with ad hoc tasks as requested by clients or management.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role, with specific experience in lease accounting.
- Strong budgeting and forecasting experience.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Full accountability and ownership of results.
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
- Ability to manage changing priorities effectively.
- Strong team player with a positive attitude.
- Passionate about the organization’s mission and values.
- Familiarity with UK financial regulations.
- Available to work Monday through Friday, 12 hours per day for up to 3 months (with paid overtime).
- Working hours: Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 8 PM British Summer Time (BST).
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