Financial Controller

Robert Half

  • London
  • £80,000-90,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 26 days ago
  • Apply easily
Job Description:CompanyThis is a globally recognised legal and professional services firm based in the City of London. They have an extensive network of expertise and professionals covering a broad range of client services for numerous industries.Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire a high-calibre Financial Controller to join their finance department.RoleThe Financial Controller will support the CFO and work closely with the FP&A function in the day-to-day running of the finance department. They will manage and lead the team whilst taking ownership of month-end/year-end processes, reporting and analysis. This position will take on a number of key duties including:
  • Oversee the production of accurate financial information in accordance with UK GAAP and external regulations.
  • Lead and mentor the accounting team, ensuring high performance and regular reviews.
  • Manage the month-end closing process, ensuring that postings are finalised in line with close timetable.
  • Ensure robust financial policies & controls are maintained and communicated efficiently.
  • Lead the review of weekly and monthly payment runs.
  • Be the primary contact for external audit work (year-end processes etc.)
  • Manage day-to-day relationships with key external stakeholders.
  • Support the CFO with Partnership related queries/matters and provision of information for external tax.
  • Continuously support in improving processes and use of internal Dynamics 365 Business Central system.
  • Work closely with the FP&A Manager and provide input for budgeting & forecasting.
  • Work closely with other departmental heads throughout the business providing information efficiently.
ProfileThe ideal profile for this Financial Controller position should have the following attributes:
  • ACA qualified (or equivalent, ACCA/CIMA) with 4+ years of post qualification experience
  • Experience working in professional services within a similar financial control capacity
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong academic background
  • Confidence using Excel and associated formulas
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Desirable: Partnerships experience, use of Dynamics 365 Business Central
Salary / Package£80,000 - £90,000 + additional benefits including:
  • Hybrid working
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Pension scheme - 5%
  • Private medical
  • PerkBox & retail discounts
  • Income protection
  • EAP, Life Assurance, Eye-care and more.
The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.Requirements:ACCA, ACA, CIMA, ICAEW, Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Professional Services, Partnerships

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