Financial Controller

Financial Controller

£65-75k depending on experience

Chelmsford, Essex

Permanent/Full Time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday (9am - 5.30pm)

Our client, located in the Chelmsford area of Essex, is looking for an experienced and dynamic Financial Controller who wants to join their business and progress into a Finance Directors role.

This role would be ideal for a hands-on Financial Controller, who is not able to progress within their current role and want room to grow their career.

Duties & Responsibilities of a Financial Controller:

• Managing a team of 3 direct reports within the accounts department.
• Assist in the growth of the company.
• Preparing and completing monthly management accounts.
• Manage key relationships (both internal and external) for the organisation.
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain accurate cashflow forecasts to support financial planning.
• Preparing end-of-year accounts and assisting with the audit process as required.
• Working closely with the Director to advise on financial affairs.
• Managing and overseeing the sales and purchase ledger.
• Accurate data reporting to management.
• Devising, developing and delivering strategies.
• Providing accurate financial reporting.
• Mitigate threats and maximise returns.
• Identify any opportunities and lead negotiations.

Your Background & Skill:

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller.
• Fully Qualified (CIMA / ACCA) is desirable.
• Desire to progress your career as the company grows.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well on own and in a team.
• Ability to manage relationships, internally and externally.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

For further details on this role, please submit your CV to Adam Curtis of ACS Recruitment Consultancy.