Financial Controller

Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Ltd ,
Reading, Berkshire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Up to £75000 per annum

Overview

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Financial Controller to join a Global Technology company based at the UK Head office in Reading. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a multimillion-pound organisation offering a number of benefits and career progression. Responsibilities: Managing a team of 4 Accountants and 1 Accounts Payable Manager Responsibility for G/L accounting and Balance Sheet reconciliations across a range of accounts in EMEA Own and drive improvements with the monthly/quarterly and annual close(s) to tight deadlines and assist with reporting to the US parent Final review of expenses across UK and Swiss entities, working closely with FP&A to compare versus budget and forecast Oversee payroll and vacation accounting for the UK entity Ownership of UK local audit requirements, including statutory accounts Multiple ad-hoc projects as required in a fast-paced acquisitive environment - M&A, accounting standards changes, office moves, system improvements, etc. Work closely with Enterprise Applications team to drive any process improvements on ERP and integrated applications Work with the Accounts Payable Manager to ensure, vendors and employees are paid on time and costs are accurately recorded in the correct period Chair monthly finance close meetings Skills and experience: Experience in a similar role Team management experience Background within the finance functions of a European technology company US GAAP experience in a software/technology environment (highly desirable) Strong understanding of financial controls Strong financial systems skills Shared Service Centre Experience ACCA or CIMA qualified By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website at http://www.marcdaniels.co.uk/privacy-statement; and explains how we will use your personal data.