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P+S Personnel are pleased to be working on behalf of our clients, who are currently recruiting a Financial Controller to join their busy team based in Great Yarmouth on a full time, permanent basis.

Role Summary:

Reporting to the Managing Director, this Financial Controller role is a key senior position in a fast-growing international business. It involves financial reporting, analysis, team management, and broader operational responsibilities, with strong progression opportunities to Finance Director.

Main Responsibilities:

* Management of all financial matters across the international business.

* Overseeing financial and reporting cycle of the business and ensuring timelines are adhered to, including month end close, internal reporting, audit, statutory accounts.

* Producing divisional management accounts monitoring business performance, reporting key variances and KPIs.

* Working closely with other areas of the business, including sales operations, credit control, procurement, and KYC.

* Supporting management with the preparation of budget and financial forecasts, contributing to the broader business plan.

* Lead on year end audit for the business, reporting up to the immediate parent business and Group Finance.

* Manage the integration of new acquisitions as required, ensuring the Group control environment is embedded within new business acquisitions.

* Responsibility for managing the day-to-day tax affairs of the business, reporting into immediate parent and Group tax as required on all tax matters.

* Business partnering with senior leadership team to provide financial input on ad-hoc projects.

* Supporting continuous improvement, documentation, and development of internal systems.

* Implementing and integrating financial systems with global business partners and new ventures.

* Reporting on working capital globally including inventory management.

* Cashflow forecasting.

* Management of a financial team.

* Additional / ad hoc duties as required to meet the needs of the business.

Person Specification:

* Drive and self-motivation, with the desire and commitment to succeed, deliver excellence and make positive change.

* Relationship building, with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly build rapport.

* The ability to work well with others across diverse backgrounds to share information, develop skills, and deliver results.

* Resilience with the ability to persist and adapt.

* Smart problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a curious and inquisitive mind, and an openness to new ideas.

* Professional integrity and a respect for company values.

Experience & Qualifications:

* Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent).

* Strong academic track record, ideally with a 2:1 or above degree.

* Experience within an international business.

* Experience managing a team preferable but not essential.

* A keen interest in the global economy.

* Retail and distribution background desirable.

* Good IT skills, experience with accounting systems advantageous.

* Experience of working with ERP system.

If this is a role you are interested in, please apply online ensuring your CV is up to date