Financial Controller

KennedyPearce Consulting

  • Norfolk
  • £55,000-75,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 10 days ago
We are partnering with a leading East Anglia-based accounting firm to recruit a Financial Controller based in their King's Lynn, West Norfolk office. This firm is renowned for delivering exceptional service to clients, with a strong focus on innovation, integrity, and professional excellence. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative environment, leading a small team of finance and administrative professionals while working closely with the partner group.Role Overview:As Financial Controller, you will oversee internal accounting operations, manage compliance, and support strategic decision-making. You will ensure the smooth running of financial processes, payroll, HR management, and organisational reporting.Key Responsibilities:Finance:
  • Prepare and distribute management accounts within agreed timescales
  • Monitor and report key performance indicators
  • Submit VAT and CT61 returns as required
  • Monitor and forecast cash flow
  • Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting
  • Support financial statement preparation and assist in budget and forecast development
Payroll & Pension:
  • Process payroll for approximately 145 employees
  • Administer the employee pension scheme, including year-end processing
HR & Organisational Management:
  • Optimise internal HR system usage and issue HR letters
  • Support HR matters and maintain employee records, absence reports, and organisational policies
  • Plan and manage annual returns, insurance portfolios, and strategic projects
Essential Qualifications & Skills:
  • ACA or ACCA qualified, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 5 years' accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
  • Proficiency in accounting software (DEXT, Xero, Sage Payroll) and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable Attributes:
  • Experience providing HR support and maintaining HR policies in line with Employment Law
  • Approachable, supportive, and capable of mentoring team members
  • Ability to work collaboratively, maintain confidentiality, and uphold organisational standards
Package:
  • Competitive salary plus additional benefits, dependent on experience
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Salary sacrifice available for pension contributions
  • Life Assurance (death in service)
  • Sick pay after qualifying period
  • Employee Benefits Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Free car parking
  • Length of service recognition
  • Company social events paid for or subsidised by the firm
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified accounting professional looking for a challenging and rewarding leadership role, where you can make a real impact in a highly respected firm.Financial ControllerKing's Lynn and West Norfolk District Posted about 15 hours agoShare this jobSign up for job alertsIf you are a human, ignore this field Create alertYou agree to ourLatest JobsKing's Lynn and West Norfolk DistrictPermanent£55000 - £75000 per annum + Bonus, Pension, HealthcareChalfont St GilesPermanent£25000 - £30000 per annum + HybridBerlinPermanent€50000 - €65000 per annum + pension, bonus, healthcareCity of LondonPermanent£75000 - £80000 per annum + plus bonus, benefits and hybrid workingBrentfordPermanent£55000 - £65000 per annum + pensionWe are SocialFollow us on social media for updates on our latest opportunities, market trends and what it's like to work with us.

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