Financial Controller

Our client, a leader in the Arts and fine good handling business, is looking for a Financial Controller on a 9-12 month contract to join their high functioning and vibrant team.

The Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Management of small team (Management Accountant, AP/AR Specialist and Bookkeeper)
• Be highly motivated and have a keen interest in this industry, and willingness to expand the business.
• Previous experience withing the Arts & valuable goods industry will be a big bonus
• Preparation of consolidated group accounts and audit packs
• Oversight of preparation of Management Accounts
• Cash forecasting and producing financial reports
• Processing payroll
• Be able to work autonomously
• High levels of communications will be expected while a large chunk of the work will be done on a WFH basis due to covid.

The ideal candidate profile:

• You will be ACA qualified with at least seven years experience in a senior financial management position.
• Highly numerate with excellent technical knowledge and strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with accounting packages Sage and Xero and implementation of new accounting systems.
• Experience with working with online sales platforms Shopify and Stripe
• Able to build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Proactive with a hands-on approach, able to use initiative to find information.

Due to high volumes only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for this role.