Financial Controller

2 weeks ago


Crews Hill, United Kingdom Mission 4 Recruitment Ltd Full time

Financial Controller

Our client is a group of 4 garden centre companies and due to an internal restructure are looking for a fully qualified Financial Controller to take control of and manage the entire financial function and department. You will be reporting to the CEO.

There are 4-5 direct reports and there are 100 plus employees in the business. This person will be responsible for developing and maintaining an effective best in class financial control environment, driving effectiveness and efficiency of all finance processesandprocedures.

**The Role**:

- Responsible for day-to-day group financial transactions; accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking, bookkeeping, and any other financial transactions.
- Ensure all financial and legal deadlines are met, with accurate accompanying financial data.
- Working with external accounting partners, ensuring accurate and timely submissions
- Ensuring legal and financial compliance, preparing for statutory audit
- Preparing monthly management accounts
- Banking reconciliations and cash management
- Create monthly and annual reports to identify results, trends, and financial forecasts
- Manage cash flow by tracking transactions and regularly reviewing internal reports
- Supervise and manage financial department staff including payroll clerk and financial assistants
- Motivate and lead finance team members by clarifying roles and providing helpful feedback
- Suggest updates and improvements for accounting systems, including payroll and invoicing
- Ensure that all financial transactions are properly recorded, filed, and reported
- Establish and implement financial reporting systems to comply with government regulations and legislation
- Review all financial plans and budgets regularly to look for cost reduction opportunities
- Examine all financial reports and data closely to check for discrepancies
- Create systems to prevent errors in data collection and calculations
- Report to the CEO with timely and accurate financial information
- Assist the CEO in presenting reports to senior executives, stakeholders, and board members

**About You**:

- Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)
- Strong technical skills
- Able to manage workload effectively and meet strict deadlines.
- Strong communication skills and able to manage a small, but growing, team effectively.
- Experience with Sage Line 50
- Held a similar role for 4-5 years


  • Financial Controller

    4 weeks ago


    Burgess Hill, United Kingdom Clearwater People Solutions Full time

    Are you a Financial Controller looking for a part-time role? Be part of a our client's growing company within SAAS solutions. Are you an energetic, strategy-driven finance expert with a passion for numbers? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a knack for guiding businesses towards financial success? If so, we want to hear from you! As the...

  • Senior Controller

    3 days ago


    Harrow on the Hill, Greater London, United Kingdom Gilbert Meher Ltd Full time

    Financial Controller Gilbert Meher is delighted to partner with a respected family-run care home operator in their search for a skilled Financial Controller. As a Financial Controller, you will take charge of the overall financial management of the organisation, playing a key role in financial planning, management of financial risks, record-keeping, and...

  • Credit Controller

    4 weeks ago


    Brierley Hill, United Kingdom Emmiera Group Full time

    Duties - Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and transactions - Investigate and resolve customer queries and disputes related to invoices - Monitor customer accounts for non-payment, delayed payment, or other irregularities - Collaborate with the sales team to resolve any billing issues and ensure timely payment - Prepare and send out monthly...


  • Brierley Hill, Dudley, United Kingdom LKA Recruitment Full time

    As an Independent Financial Advisor (IFA), you will play a pivotal role in helping our clients make informed decisions regarding their financial matters. You will operate on a self-employed basis, offering you the flexibility to manage your schedule and build your own client base while benefiting from the support and resources of our established firm. You...


  • Brierley Hill, United Kingdom LKA Recruitment Full time

    As an Independent Financial Advisor (IFA), you will play a pivotal role in helping our clients make informed decisions regarding their financial matters. You will operate on a self-employed basis, offering you the flexibility to manage your schedule and build your own client base while benefiting from the support and resources of our established firm. You...


  • Brierley Hill, United Kingdom LKA Recruitment Full time

    As an Independent Financial Advisor (IFA), you will play a pivotal role in helping our clients make informed decisions regarding their financial matters. You will operate on a self-employed basis, offering you the flexibility to manage your schedule and build your own client base while benefiting from the support and resources of our established firm. You...


  • Burgess Hill, United Kingdom Reed Full time

    Reed Finance are currently assisting a locally based charity in the recruitment of a Finance Manager with a comprehensive understanding of finance transactional processes and a proven track record of managing finance teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing sales and purchase invoicing, debt and credit management, and supporting...


  • Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom LKA Recruitment Full time

    As an Independent Financial Advisor (IFA), you will play a pivotal role in helping our clients make informed decisions regarding their financial matters. You will operate on a self-employed basis, offering you the flexibility to manage your schedule and build your own client base while benefiting from the support and resources of our established firm. You...


  • Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom Lka People Ltd Full time

    As an Independent Financial Advisor (IFA), you will play a pivotal role in helping our clients make informed decisions regarding their financial matters. You will operate on a self-employed basis, offering you the flexibility to manage your schedule and build your own client base while benefiting from the support and resources of our established firm. You...


  • Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom Lka People Ltd Full time

    As an Independent Financial Advisor (IFA), you will play a pivotal role in helping our clients make informed decisions regarding their financial matters. You will operate on a self-employed basis, offering you the flexibility to manage your schedule and build your own client base while benefiting from the support and resources of our established firm. You...


  • Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom Lka People Ltd Full time

    As an Independent Financial Advisor (IFA), you will play a pivotal role in helping our clients make informed decisions regarding their financial matters. You will operate on a self-employed basis, offering you the flexibility to manage your schedule and build your own client base while benefiting from the support and resources of our established firm. You...


  • Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom Lka People Ltd Full time

    As an Independent Financial Advisor (IFA), you will play a pivotal role in helping our clients make informed decisions regarding their financial matters. You will operate on a self-employed basis, offering you the flexibility to manage your schedule and build your own client base while benefiting from the support and resources of our established firm. You...


  • Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom Lka People Ltd Full time

    As an Independent Financial Advisor (IFA), you will play a pivotal role in helping our clients make informed decisions regarding their financial matters. You will operate on a self-employed basis, offering you the flexibility to manage your schedule and build your own client base while benefiting from the support and resources of our established firm. You...


  • Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom Lka People Ltd Full time

    As an Independent Financial Advisor (IFA), you will play a pivotal role in helping our clients make informed decisions regarding their financial matters. You will operate on a self-employed basis, offering you the flexibility to manage your schedule and build your own client base while benefiting from the support and resources of our established firm. You...

  • Accounts Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Stamford Hill, United Kingdom Kasmir Associates Full time

    Accounts Assistant - Stamford Hill, Salary £25,000 - £35,000 Team Size: Two-person team, working closely with the Financial Controller and Credit Controller. This UK wide telecoms business is seeking an Accounts Assistant, to report in to the Financial Controller and work alongside the credit controller and the billings team. Duties will include: -...


  • Burgess Hill, United Kingdom Clearwater People Solutions Full time

    Are you a Financial Controller looking for a part-time role? Be part of a our client's growing company within SAAS solutions. Are you an energetic, strategy-driven finance expert with a passion for numbers? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a knack for guiding businesses towards financial success? If so, we want to hear from you! As the...


  • Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom LKA Recruitment Full time

    As an Independent Financial Advisor (IFA), you will play a pivotal role in helping our clients make informed decisions regarding their financial matters. You will operate on a self-employed basis, offering you the flexibility to manage your schedule and build your own client base while benefiting from the support and resources of our established firm. You...


  • Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom LKA Recruitment Full time

    As an Independent Financial Advisor (IFA), you will play a pivotal role in helping our clients make informed decisions regarding their financial matters. You will operate on a self-employed basis, offering you the flexibility to manage your schedule and build your own client base while benefiting from the support and resources of our established firm. You...

  • Accounts Assistant

    5 days ago


    Kings Hill, United Kingdom Cobb & Jones Recruitment Limited Full time

    Accounts Assistant | Hybrid/Kings Hill 2 days office/3 home | £25,000 - £27,000 A growing, acquisitive, private equity backed business is seeking to appoint an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their Kent based finance function in a diverse and key role with the opportunity for growth. The Accounts Assistant will work closely withthe Management...


  • Kings Hill, United Kingdom National Business Communications Full time

    **Position: Accounts Administrator** **About Us**: Shine Solar, a dynamic player in the renewable energy sector, is revolutionizing the solar energy landscape across the UK. Backed by an alliance with leading UK suppliers, we're poised to make a major impact in the residential solar market. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented...