Financial Controller

Why you should apply for this role!

– Clear progression plan

– Top employer in the NI market

– Competitive salary up to £70,000 depending on experience

– Generous bonus on offer

– Competitive benefits to include life insurance and private medical

– Enhanced annual leave

– Fantastic Belfast office location

As a market leader, they are dedicated to pushing boundaries, embracing change, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Headquartered in Belfast, they are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Financial Controller to play a key role in shaping their financial strategies and ensuring continued success.

Responsibilities  

• Compile a monthly management accounts pack of exceptional quality, along with supporting schedules for both internal and Board reporting.
• Prepare statutory accounts and engage with external auditors as needed.
• Conduct cash flow forecasting.
• Coordinate the monthly payroll process, oversee weekly payroll, and liaise with external payroll providers.
• Manage payroll-related activities, including Pensions PIIDs, Life Assurance, and relevant returns.
• Provide support and direction for credit control activities.
• Review monthly overheads with key budget holders.
• Reconcile key control accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets.
• Continuously assess the status and opportunities for improving internal control effectiveness within the business.
• Lead and manage process improvement projects in the Finance department, adding significant value.
• Collaborate with other functions to identify and implement process improvement initiatives.
• Manage and contribute to the talent development of the team.

Additional Requirements

• Hold a qualification as a Chartered Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CPA) or equivalent, with a minimum of 3-5 years post-qualification experience.
• Possess essential experience in fast paced environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage a high volume of work, showcasing excellent administration skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in data analysis and presentation of clear findings.
• Commercially astute with strong analytical skills, knowledgeable in financial software, processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build rapport at all levels.
• Strong leadership skills, including experience in people management.