Financial Controller

Financial Controller, Stowmarket

Salary: up to £50,000 per year

We are seeking a Financial Controller to join our client in Stowmarket at a pivotal time of growth. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of financial reporting for the group and leading a small team. This role is ideal for a highly organised, efficient, and detail-oriented Finance Manager or Financial Controller who is passionate about driving business growth and profitability through expert financial management.

Day to Day of the Role:

• Oversee, manage, and report on the financial position of the group.
• Produce and manage monthly financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and analysis.
• Provide advice and guidance on financial matters to enable sound business decisions.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Support and challenge the Operational Management team to achieve budgeted targets.
• Maintain appropriate financial controls within the business.
• Prepare year-end statutory accounts and audit schedules.
• Monitor key financial metrics and highlight departmental performance.
• Process salary payroll and oversee wages payroll processing.
• Manage HMRC compliance and reporting, including VAT returns, P11d, and PSA.
• Resolve queries in financial records.
• Prepare and present monthly financial information, including balance sheet, profit and loss, cash flow, and other reports.
• Prepare analysis of data to identify trends or changes.
• Prepare annual budgets.
• Provide line management and guidance to the finance team.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Hold an accountancy qualification or qualified by experience.
• Proven track record within a busy finance team.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Experience in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

If you are a highly motivated individual with a strong background in financial management then please apply for this Financial Controller position today.