Financial Controller

• Job Type: Full-time (hybrid after probation period of 3 months)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially minded Qualified Financial Controller to join a leading innovative technology division. This dynamic role offers significant exposure to senior leadership and the chance to influence strategic decision-making across the business.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Lead the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and analysis.
• Provide financial and commercial support to divisional leadership, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities to improve business performance.
• Oversee key finance functions, including treasury, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets.
• Prepare and review monthly forecasts, annual budgets, profit and loss accounts, balance sheets, and cash flow reporting.
• Manage statutory accounts preparation, external audits, and corporate compliance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards, IFRS/US GAAP requirements, and corporate reporting guidelines.
• Manage tax and VAT compliance activities, working closely with external advisers where required.
• Support and develop a Financial Accountant, providing coaching and guidance.
• Lead finance-related projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the division.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business, including senior management teams in the UK and Japan.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Significant experience within financial or management accounting roles.
• Strong experience of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Experience of statutory accounts, audit processes, and financial controls.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Advanced Excel and financial systems knowledge.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Experience working within a multinational organisation, knowledge of Oracle Financials, and experience of working with international stakeholders and reporting requirements.
• Experience of J-Sox control, IFRS/US GAAP is required
• A highly visible role working closely with senior leadership.
• The opportunity to influence business decision-making and strategy.
• Exposure to international stakeholders and projects.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.
• Competitive benefits package.