Finance Director
5 days ago
Saint Albans
We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Financial Controller/ Director to join our finance leadership team. Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a pivotal role with responsibility for financial reporting, audit management, compliance, controls, and the day-to-day leadership of the finance function. You will play a key role in ensuring the integrity of financial information, supporting strategic decision-making, driving continuous improvement, and leading a high-performing finance team. This position offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders across the business and the opportunity to contribute to major systems and process improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Controls • Oversee all bookkeeping, accounting, and month-end processes., • Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts., • Lead the preparation of annual statutory accounts and interim audit processes., • Maintain and develop the chart of accounts and financial reporting framework within SAP., • Ensure robust financial controls and compliance across the organisation. Audit, Tax & Compliance • Lead annual and interim audits and manage relationships with external auditors., • Prepare quarterly VAT returns and oversee regulatory submissions., • Support corporation tax, capital allowances, and other tax compliance activities with external advisers., • Manage annual R&D tax claims and assist with HMRC enquiries and requests., • Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and reporting requirements. Cash Flow & Working Capital • Review and monitor aged debtors., • Oversee debtor billing, hospitality revenue, and ticketing income., • Manage bi-monthly operational and capital expenditure payment runs., • Prepare management reports for lenders and key stakeholders. Systems & Process Improvement • Support the ongoing development and integration of finance systems, including SAP and wider business reporting tools., • Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, reporting accuracy, and financial insight., • Maintain fixed asset registers, including intangible assets, and oversee monthly accruals and journals. Leadership & Team Management • Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team., • Manage performance, training, and development of direct reports., • Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture within the finance department. About You Essential Requirements • ACA or ACCA qualified., • Strong experience in financial reporting, management accounting, and financial analysis., • Advanced Excel and systems skills., • Proven leadership and people management experience., • Strong understanding of financial controls, audit processes, and compliance., • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment., • Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills., • Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion. Desirable Skills • Previous experience within a complex, multi-department organisation. Benefits • 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, • Additional day off for your birthday, • Life Insurance, • Pension Scheme, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Ongoing Training & Development Opportunities If this sounds of interest please do apply.