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Financial Controller / Finance Manager (Contract)
We are working with a PE-backed, high-growth technology business to recruit a Financial Controller / Finance Manager on a 6 month contract . The business provides market-leading products that support the full lifecycle of complex operational data, from initial issue through to recovery and resolution.
The role will be based in Exeter , with hybrid working available.
The role
This contract opportunity has arisen due to the departure of the current postholder. Following a recent acquisition and completion of an integration phase, the business is seeking an experienced finance professional to support the function on an interim basis while the longer-term structure is finalised.
Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a hands-on role with responsibility for the day-to-day running of the Group finance function.
Overview of the role
As Financial Controller / Finance Manager, you will have ownership of all operational elements of the Group Finance function, including monthly close, accounting, tax and compliance, supported by an Accounts Assistant. There is also a remit to review, scale and develop finance operations to support continued growth.
Main responsibilities
Preparation of monthly consolidated management accounts
Month-end close process for six group entities
Accounts payable and accounts receivable oversight
Tax compliance including VAT, PAYE and Corporation Tax (supported by external advisers)
Payroll management
Preparation of annual statutory accounts, including consolidated accounts
Determining accounting treatment for technical accounting issues, including share options
Acting as key point of contact for external stakeholders, including banks and auditors
Ownership and oversight of Xero
Line management of one Accounts Assistant
Development of scalable, efficient finance processes and controls
The person
Proven experience working as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or similar, with full operational finance responsibility
Experience in a multi-entity environment, including ownership of the consolidation process
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with at least 1 year PQE
Experience working within an SME environment; experience in a fast-growing or PE-backed business desirable
International experience desirable
Strong Excel skills
Salary & benefits
£65,000 £70,000 (pro rata for contract) plus benefits
37.5 hours per week with a 30-minute lunch break
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Location
Exeter (hybrid working)

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Location:
Exeter
Salary:
£70,000
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Accountancy

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