Chief Financial Strategist

1 day ago


Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Vitae Financial Recruitment Full time

Are you a motivated and driven finance professional looking for a new challenge?

Job Overview

Vitae Financial Recruitment is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented individual to take on a senior finance role in a rapidly expanding business.

About the Role

The Financial Controller will be responsible for providing strategic oversight and hands-on management of financial operations, including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash flow management. You will also assist with M&A transactions and provide support for mergers and acquisitions, facilitating the company's growth trajectory.

Responsibilities
  1. Group financial operations:

    • Financial Oversight: Ensure the efficient functioning of all finance operations.
    • Ad Hoc Analysis: Prepare insightful ad hoc management reports to support key business decisions.
    • Banking and Treasury: Manage banking relationships and oversee the treasury function to optimise financial resources.
    • Statutory Compliance: Help prepare annual statutory accounts and corporation tax returns, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
    • Audit Coordination: Assist with external audit teams to facilitate smooth and accurate audits.
  2. M&A transaction support and advice:

    • Transaction Management: Assist on M&A transaction processes from initial stages through to completion.
    • Target Analysis: Help evaluate potential acquisition targets and provide comprehensive reports to the directors.
    • Investment Reporting: Prepare detailed investment reports and forecasts for funders' credit approval, ensuring informed decision-making.
    • Acquisition Onboarding: Manage the onboarding of new acquisitions by updating financial processes and controls to align with group standards.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

  • A qualified accountant (ACA/ICAS/CIMA/ACCA).
  • Ideal experience in M&A transaction support.
  • Knowledge of personal and corporate tax.

This is a 5-day per week office-based role with flexibility.



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