Finance Controller - Southwest London - Up to £85k

A global leader in their field is looking for a highly motivated and experienced financial controller You will play a critical role in overseeing the financial operations of the company and provide strategic guidance to senior management.

This role would suit someone who has previous experience within a startup environment, a PE backed SME or looking for their first role out of practice.

Role:

• Responsible for the day-to-day finance function including receivables, payables and Group VAT.
• Full ownership of the P&L, cashflow and balance sheet process.
• Manage the delivery of consolidated monthly and quarterly management accounts
• Manage the transactional finance team of 4 including AP clerks and assistant management accountants.
• Prepare financial reporting and analysis to the board, banks and investors.
• Continuously develop and implement quality, relevant financial reporting to the board and the wider business.
• Fully manage cash/working capital and prepare short-term cash flow forecast.
• Assist in the annual budget and prepare the annual statutory accounts and associated tax filings.
• Manage tax compliance (UK and overseas).
• Review staff payroll (UK and overseas).
• Liaise with auditors and HMRC.

Experience required:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA) with 2 years in a similar role
• Process improvement and consolidation experience, used to dealing with international entities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work closely with other departments.
• Positive attitude, flexible and team player.
• Highly driven and motivated, with an eye for continuous improvement.

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