Group Financial Controller

Fame Recruitment Consultants Ltd ,
London, Greater London
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £90,000 per annum

Overview

Our client is one of the UK's leading Wholesale & Distribution companies dealing with a multiple range of lifestyle products. Our client is currently recruiting an experienced and ambitious qualified Accountant to act as Group Financial Controller during a time of growth and expansion. With several branches based across the UK, this role will be challenging, varied and will consist of the following: Leading, motivating and supervision of the accounts department Plan the year end close & audit close with detailed achievable timelines To ensure rigorous financial control and reporting environment for the group Lead the budget process for the full group companies Preparation of board packs for the shareholders with detailed pack to show the monthly results with commentary on Margin & Overheads Ensure the continuous innovation, improvement and completion of monthly management accounts (balance sheet reconciliation, monthly variance reporting, accruals and prepayments, P&L review etc) Co-ordinate deadlines and activities of team to meet corporate objectives Discuss, plan and communicate Audit plan with Auditors and team to meet the timeline Overall review of monthly management accounts Prepare and discuss the KPI (SL, PL & Management Accounts) with the team and ensure smooth running of the business Key skills: Qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA Previous experience working as a Group Financial Controller Experience within the Wholesale or Distribution industry is highly desirable Strong IT skills / working knowledge of various accountancy applications Experience in managing and leading a team Our client is offering excellent career prospects, progression and a generous salary to the successful candidate. Contact us to discuss this role in further detail.