Financial Controller

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As the guardian of all reported results, you will ensure that our financial records, statements and disclosures are accurate, compliant and reflect the highest professional standards. Leading a Corporate Accounting team of three, and reporting to the Head of Financial Governance and Operations, you will oversee monthly management accounts, statutory reporting, treasury and cashflow management, and the delivery of high quality financial insight that underpins business performance. Working closely with FP&A, Finance Systems, IT and external partners, you will be central to maintaining a strong control environment, enhancing financial processes and supporting the successful embedding and optimisation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations. As a senior leader within Finance, you will champion excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement. Having gone live with Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O, we are now moving into the next phase of our transformation journey, with a focus on further system enhancements, automation and use of AI. Responsibilities
Oversee all reported financial results, ensuring accuracy, integrity and compliance with UK GAAP and relevant legislation. Maintain accounting records in line with current standards and statutory requirements. Lead the production of statutory accounts, monthly management accounts and inputs into business performance reporting.
Treasury & Cashflow Management
Manage the Group treasury function, including cashflow reporting and forecasting. Ensure robust liquidity management and strong cash controls.
Leadership & Team Management
Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching and development to the Corporate Accounting team. Foster a high performance culture with clear standards and professional support.
Business Partnering & Performance Insight
Partner closely with FP&A to ensure alignment between actuals, budgets, forecasts and long-term plans. Lead preparation of legal entity and business unit P&Ls, balance sheets, cashflows and cost allocation models. Own the financial sections of the monthly business performance report.
Controls, Governance & Audit
Maintain a strong internal control environment across all accounting and reporting processes. Lead relationships with internal and external auditors. Prepare technical accounting papers for the Group Finance Committee and Audit Committee, attending meetings where required.
Systems, Automation & Innovation
Drive the development of financial reporting within Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O following its implementation from January 2026. Support delivery of a successful year end "dry run" through effective system configuration and reporting. Partner with Finance Systems and IT to automate processes, strengthen balance sheet controls and leverage AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot.
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Location:
Colden Common
Job Type:
FullTime

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