Financial Controller

Financial Controller, Gerrards Cross | Hybrid (2-3 days per week)£70,000 - £80,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance + circa 15% BonusAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller to join a well-established and growing business during a period of continued growth and transformation.This is a high-profile role offering broad responsibility across financial control, governance and reporting, with significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence process improvement and strategic decision-making.The RoleYou will take ownership of the control environment across the division, ensuring robust financial processes, strong governance and accurate reporting. You will lead a capable team while partnering closely with stakeholders across the wider business.Key responsibilities include:* Leading and enhancing the financial control framework across the business.* Ensuring the integrity of the balance sheet, including reconciliations and reviews.* Managing technical accounting matters and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and group policies.* Leading the year-end audit process and acting as the key point of contact for external auditors.* Supporting internal audit activities and driving the completion of audit actions.* Overseeing treasury activities, cash flow forecasting and working capital management.* Managing tax matters, including VAT compliance.* Driving improvements in finance systems, controls and reporting processes.* Producing insightful reporting and recommendations for senior stakeholders.* Leading, developing and mentoring the Financial Control team.About YouYou will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a strong technical accounting background and proven experience within a Financial Controller or similar senior finance role.You will also possess:* Ideally a minimum of three years' post-qualified experience.* Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.* A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to drive change and continuous improvement.* Strong communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels of the business.* Experience working within a complex or fast-paced environment.AGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration