Financial Controller
7 days ago
Cheltenham
đ Location: Cheltenham đ
Full-Time | Permanent đ˘ Reporting to: Managing Director Financial Controller đ Location: Cheltenham đ
Full-Time | Permanentđ˘ Reporting to: Managing Director Hays Senior Finance is proud to be exclusively partnering with an established SME business based in Cheltenham to recruit a dynamic and hands-on Financial Controller.This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the Managing Director, with full responsibility for the companyâs financial systems, reporting, compliance, and team management. Youâll lead a small finance team and act as the key financial contact for both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring robust financial controls and providing strategic insight to support business decision-making. Key Responsibilities ⢠Ownership of all financial systems and processes, including accounting software, ⢠Leadership and development of a small finance team, ⢠Monthly close, management accounts, and board reporting, ⢠Budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management, ⢠Payroll processing and compliance with HMRC legislation, ⢠Statutory accounts preparation and audit liaison, ⢠VAT returns, pensions, and regulatory submissions, ⢠Oversight of sales and purchase ledgers, debt management, and cost control, ⢠Administration of company insurance, benefits, and financial schemes, ⢠Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA), would consider QBE for a candidate with very relevant experience, ⢠Proven experience in a hands-on finance leadership role, ⢠Strong technical accounting and compliance knowledge, ⢠Excellent Excel and accounting software skills, ⢠Team management experience What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # 4736602