I am happy to be working with a fast growing SME within the service sector, to assist in finding a new Financial Controller, as a result of continued growth. The organisation is currently based in Slough, Berkshire, but will be relocating to Green Park, Reading within the next 5 months. The company has ambitious 100% year on year growth plans, making this a very exciting time to join. This role will sit in a finance team of 4, reporting into the Finance Director.

The Duties:

• Take control of the UK finance operations and build, lead and mentor appropriate teams to handle all transactions and local, group and statutory reporting cycles including budgets and reforecasts.
• Optimise the newly installed UK ERP system (Greentree). Ensure there is full control of goods in and out of the business and that revenue is maximised.
• Assist the Finance Director with external stakeholders and in preparing / delivering all appropriate presentations.
• Ensure all group reporting requirements are met within the deadlines set.
• Assist the FD with the overseas JVs in order to establish appropriate levels of control.
• Take a lead role in helping the FD in establishment of new overseas joint ventures.
• Implement a new payroll system in the UK and deal with all payroll issues in the UK.
• Manage year end audits and ensure a smooth process.
• Prepare and review the monthly Management accounts, ensuring they are accurate, commercially informative and professionally presented.
• Manage the budget process and co-ordinate with different department heads to review the budget.
• Prepare cash-flow forecasts and other presentation for Quarterly Board meetings.
• Prepare the compliance processes including VAT, Corporation tax and PAYE.

The Candidate:

• Fully qualified accountant: ACA, ACCA or CIMA (or equivalent)
• Experienced finance professional who has operated at FC level in a previous role, taking ownership for the diverse aspects of the full financial function.
• Strong experience of systems implementations required.
• Significant experience in producing from scratch financial cost modelling.
• Strong commercial thinker.
• Highly competent with regards to MS Office, specifically Excel.
• A committed team player able to motivate, develop and inspire staff at all levels.
• Collaborative, influential and articulate.

The Package:

• Great Salary - Up to £57,500
• About to move to purpose designed premises to support growth.
• Small enough to be able to make a difference/impact.
• Supportive, collaborative culture.
• 25 days holiday
• Enhanced pension
• Access to Share Incentive Plan

If you meet the criteria, and this role is one that you would like to hear more about please apply. Alternatively, if you would like a little more information before application please get in touch.