Financial Controller - Weston-Super-Mare - Excellent Salary
Trial Balance Consulting is pleased to re-engage with a successful multi-site services business seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join their large accounting team as the third-in-command. This is a full-time, permanent role primarily based in Weston-super-Mare, with some travel across the Southwest.
The Financial Controller will play a key role, reporting to the CFO and Finance Director, and will be responsible for managing the daily operational and reporting finance functions, as well as leading a team across multiple sites. Key responsibilities include:
1. Managing transactional finance teams
2. Producing high-quality management accounts and reports with commentary
3. Being a primary contact for external stakeholders and major suppliers
4. Liaising with department heads to lead financial controls
5. Acting as Deputy for the Finance Director during absences
6. Leading and developing the finance team to meet CPD goals
7. Designing and implementing finance processes and reporting tools
8. Participating in ongoing business projects
9. Producing cash flow and KPI forecasts
10. Preparing consolidation accounts monthly
11. Overseeing balance sheet reconciliations and maintenance
12. Assisting in statutory accounts preparation and liaising with auditors
We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced FC with strong technical skills and sound commercial judgment. The ideal candidate will lead financial controls across multiple entities and income streams, comfortable with management reporting, statutory accounting, audits, budgeting, forecasting, and benchmarking.
Applicants should be professionally qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with a solid background in financial and management reporting, current knowledge of accounting standards, and budgetary controls. Leadership experience, mentoring skills, and a proactive approach to process improvements are essential. Proficiency with technology and an understanding of business culture are also important. You should be ready to hit the ground running within a friendly, dynamic team.
If you're interested, please contact Elle Benjamin for a confidential discussion or to apply, quoting reference EB9948.
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