Financial Controller
- Employer
- Michael Page Finance
- Location
- England, London
- Salary
- £65000 - £70000 per annum
- Closing date
- Apr 30, 2021
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- Job Role
- Finance Manager
- Sector
- Retail & Wholesale
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
An opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller to join a rapid-growth Retail business based in central London.
Client Details
My client is a pre-IPO retail business based in central London.
Description
This position will support the transition of a small business with a modest finance function to be fit for a public company listing.
The Financial Controller will be responsible for the following:
Initial priorities
- Implement a slick month-end process, right first time
- Roll out cost centre structure
- Automation of key activities using their current system - Xero
Day-today responsibilities
- Responsible for the accuracy of all management reporting in a timely manner
- Work alongside Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable staff to ensure accuracy of postings and underlying financial data
- Oversee and deliver balance sheet reconciliations
- Liaise with all departments to understand financial implications of proposals and contracts
- Roll out cost centre structure within business and ensure it is operated correctly
- Develop and refine management board packs
- Assist CFO in annual budgeting process
- Continue to develop and maintain strong financial control environment
- Identify and implement areas for further operational improvements (e.g. systems integration and automation)
- Coach other members of the finance team in best practice
- Ad Hoc analysis and projects as required
Profile
The successful Financial Controller will have the following credentials:
- Professional finance qualification - ACA/CIMA/ACCA - must be qualified
- Circa 4/5 years PQE
- Strong experience/confidence with the month-end process
- Experience within the retail sector desirable but not essential
- Experience reporting to IFRS desirable but not essential
- Can-do attitude
- Comfortable working in the office 5 days a week
Job Offer
Generous basic salary of between £65,000 to £70,000 + discretionary bonus & benefits
Company
Michael Page specialises in the permanent, temporary and interim recruitment of qualified accountants. In fact, our organisation was founded to provide selection and recruitment services for accounting professionals and has been a market leader in this field for more than 35 years.
We have earned the trust of clients in industry and commerce, the banking and financial services markets and the public and not-for-profit sector. We also have an exemplary track record of completing assignments for everyone from small, boutique practices to the Big Four firms.
Many of our consultants have a background in accounting and finance – that’s real, grass roots expertise at your disposal. Combine that with the global reach you get from a company that has over 155 offices in 36 countries and you’re looking at a pretty formidable package. We are confident no other consultancy is better qualified to help you make that crucial, next step in your career.
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