Financial Controller

Team Group FinanceWorking Pattern - Hybrid 2days per week in the Vitality Bournemouth time 35 hours per week.We are happy to discuss flexible working Top 3 skills needed for this role:Strong knowledge of IFRS and experience delivering statutory accounts and audits.Proven ability to manage month-end forecasting and maintain robust financial controls.Excellent communication skills to work effectively across finance tax audit and business teams.What this role is all about:Vitality Corporate Services Limited is looking for a Financial Controller to lead financial reporting and controls across our UK operations. Youll manage intercompany transactions statutory accounts regulatory submissions and audits while providing strategic guidance on accounting and business decisions. This role works closely with audit tax and finance teams to ensure compliance and support the future direction of the business.Key ActionsMonth-End & Management Reporting Deliver accurate month-end close and management accounts in collaboration with the wider finance team.Intercompany & Business Unit Recharges Oversee all recharge processes and reconciliations ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.Statutory Accounts & Regulatory Reporting Lead preparation of annual financial statements and manage regulatory submissions including RMAR and FCA filings.Planning & Forecasting Support annual planning and long-term financial forecasts aligning assumptions with business strategy.Audit Leadership Act as the main contact for external audits and coordinate internal audit responses.Accounting Compliance & Technical Oversight Ensure compliance with accounting standards and manage complex areas such as IFRS 16 leases and intangible assets.Financial Control & Continuous Improvement Maintain a robust control environment and drive process improvements across reporting and compliance.What do you need to thriveComfortable getting into the detail and taking ownership of tasks while also contributing to strategic discussions and continuous improvement initiatives.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with a track record of working collaboratively across finance tax audit and systems teams.Hands-on experience in preparing and delivering Annual Financial Statements including liaising with auditors and ensuring compliance with relevant standards.Demonstrated ability to operate effectively within a large corporate structure navigating cross-functional teams and governance frameworks.Fully Qualified Accountant -(e.g. ACA ACCA CIMA) with strong technical accounting knowledge and post-qualification experience.Proven experience in financial accounting within a complex multi-entity environment including month-end close reconciliations and statutory reporting.So whats in it for youBonus Schemes A bonus that regularly rewards you for your performanceA pension of up to 12% We will match your contributions up to 6% of your salaryOur award-winning Vitality health insurance With its own set of rewards and benefitsLife Assurance Four times annual salaryThese are just some of the many perks that we offer To view the extensive range of benefits we offer please visit our careers page.Fantastic Benefits. Exciting rewards. Great career opportunitiesIf you are successfulin your application and join us at Vitality this is our promise to you we will:Help you to be the healthiest youve ever been.Create an environment that embraces you as you are and enables you to be your best self.Give you flexibility on how where and when you work.Help you advance your career by playing you to your strengths.Give you a voice to help our business grow and make Vitality a great place to be.Give you the space to try fail and learn.Provide a healthy balance of challenge and support.Recognise and reward you with a competitive salary and amazing benefits.Be there for you when you need us.Provide opportunities for you to be a force for good in society.We commit to all these things because we want you to feel that you belong and are supported to be happy and healthy.About YouAbout UsWere really excited to announce that we have recently been awarded Top 10 Best Places To Work in The Sunday Times Awards 2024Vitality is a multi-award-winning UK insurance brand here to make the world a healthier happier place.Weve been a purpose and values-driven business from day 1- long before it became fashionable. Our core purpose is to make people healthier and enhance protect their lives. Vitality pioneered shared-value insurance. We incentivise people to live healthier longer lives they benefit our business benefits and society benefits. Were successful because we attract develop and retain the best people and because we care.Plus you get to join our 1.7 million members with access to our unique health insurance and healthy living programme. Just to make sure you know our products inside and out.Ready to find out if were the right fit for you We cant wait. Unable to show this video due to your cookie preferencesDiversity & InclusionAt Vitality were committed to diversity and inclusion because its good for our employees for our business and for society. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds experiences and perspectives. Vitalitys approach to sustainabilityVitality is a business that drives positive change. We reward people for making and sustaining healthier choices. But healthy people also need a healthy environment. To learn more please visit our Careers page. #LI-HybridIf we are fortunate in receiving a high volume of quality applications we may need to close this vacancy early. If you are interested please submit your application as soon as possible. Key Skills Accounting Software,GAAP,QuickBooks,General Ledger Accounting,Accounting,IFRS,Sage,Regulatory Reporting,Workers' Compensation Law,Budgeting,ERP Systems,Financial Management Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1