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Financial Controller – Permanent

Salary: £65,000 plus benefits
Location: Newbury. Office-based, 5 days per week
Software: Sage, Excel

Reporting to: CEO

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller for a thriving SME, to oversee the UK finance operation and support, manage and liaise with the international finance teams. This pivotal role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a hands-on approach to financial management.

Key Responsibilities

Communicate the company’s mission, vision and overall direction

Implement strategic plans to achieve organisational objectives

Provide strong leadership to Finance Team

Build and maintain an effective team

Foster a positive organisational culture and ensure alignment with company values

Reporting Monthly AvB (P&L), Quarterly Management Accounts, Annual preparation for Tax Returns

VAT Returns

Working with external CPA’s for on time year-end filing.

Cash Flow forecasting

Supplier payments

Manage all accounting operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

Ensure compliance with financial regulations across multiple jurisdictions

Utilise Sage software for financial processes, reporting, and analysis

Work closely with senior management, external auditors, and financial institutions

Identify opportunities to enhance financial efficiency and implement best practices

Key Skills & Experience

Experience of managing multi-currency group business over £10m

Either ICAEW/ACCA/CIMA qualified preferred but not essential

Knowledge of Sage 200 and or Xero

Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Teams, Outlook

People management skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to communicate cross culturally at all levels

Able to maintain confidentiality and be assertive and professional

Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar

Ability to work in an office-based environment with a proactive and strategic mindset

If you are interested in this new opportunity, apply now