Company Overview
About the job
Equifind are supporting a recently Private Equity backed SME in the Technology space who are hiring a Financial Controller to report into the Head of Finance, based in London Bridge. Their global reach enables investment firms to carry out their work in a wide variety of dynamic sectors.
The Company
With a headcount of currently 160, will be rapidly expanding and this is a FC newly created position. Reporting into the Head of Finance.
The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced PE backed environment, where you will have autonomy to put processes in place and streamline the existing ones.
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Financial Controller to oversee and manage the company’s financial operations and ensure accurate, timely, and insightful reporting. As a key member of the finance team, you will play a leadership role in driving, improved processes, and supporting decision-making across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
- Lead and manage the month-end management accounts process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting while providing guidance and support to the finance team.
- Oversee the calculation and processing of accruals, including sales and cost of sales, ensuring accurate financial representation in monthly reports.
- Manage supplier prepayments and accruals, ensuring correct accounting treatment and alignment with financial policies.
- Collaborate with pension providers and the People & Talent team to ensure alignment of pension-related processes and compliance.
- Ensure accurate accounting of subscriptions and deferred income entries, aligning with relevant accounting standards.
- Review and manage fixed asset accounting, ensuring accurate records and correct treatment on the balance sheet.
- Perform intercompany reconciliations to ensure proper consolidation and accurate financial reporting.
- Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data.
- Assist with the preparation and presentation of financial statements, providing clear and actionable financial insights to support decision-making.
- Oversee monthly commission calculations and quarterly bonus accruals, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
- Maintain and update the company’s financial model, providing essential insights for forecasting and financial planning.
- Overseeing AP and AR, ensuring accuracy
Commercial & Strategic Support
- Assist in the budgeting and planning process, providing critical input and analysis to help shape the company’s financial strategy and targets.
- Conduct thorough analysis of monthly financial statements, identifying key performance indicators (KPIs), trends, and areas for improvement.
Ad-hoc Projects & Process Improvement
- Lead and participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and streamline financial workflows.
- Continuously identify opportunities for improvements within financial systems, controls, and reporting processes.
Requirements
Ideally qualified, 3 years+ PQE experience
Positive and proactive nature
Ability to deal with senior stakeholders
What’s on offer
Competitive base salary
Hybrid fashion 3&2
Pension
25 days annual leave
Private healthcare and life assurance
Other benefits