Financial Controller

Our client is a leading advertising company in the UK, renowned for their innovative edge and excellence in the media and advertising sector. They have firmly established themselves as a prominent player in the industry and are primed for rapid expansion. Currently, they are seeking an enterprising Financial Controller to lead their growing finance team.

Key Responsibilities for the Financial Controller.

• Preparation of management accounts together with supporting board report schedules

• Managing the forecasting and budgeting process

• Revenue related activities: Revenue recognition with supporting documentation

• PE reporting / Investor Reporting

• Weekly working capital reporting (cash, accrued revenue, debtors)

• Managing Payroll, pensions, and related matters

• Taxes: PAYE, VAT, CT and annual returns

• Banking and treasury

• Statutory accounts preparation and audit

• Continuous improvement of reporting and processes

• Ad-hoc queries as expected in a financial controller role

• Managing and mentoring of the team

Desired Skills and Experience: 

• Been a previous Financial Controller

• Fully qualified – ACA / CIMA / ACCA 

• Investor reporting experience is advantageous

• Excellent Excel and financial modelling skills are required 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 

• Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and meet strict deadlines