controller Kenilworth, England
Job description
Full-time, Permanent, Financial Controller
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to join us on a permanent basis.
We are a highly respected and innovative organisation in the elderly care sector. We run several care homes across Warwickshire, providing residential care services, with a turnover of over £26m.
An experienced hands-on Financial Controller is required to oversee all finance-related activities. You will be responsible for managing and developing the finance team of 6 staff and report directly to the Finance Director.
Main Duties
- Preparing, reviewing and publishing timely consolidated management accounts used for Operational Management and Board reporting.
- Financial control of the groups statutory companies and ensure all associated returns (VAT) are submitted on time and accurately.
- Ensuring annual budgeting cycle is complete for all business units and figures are consolidated, assisted by the management accountant.
- Documenting business processes and accounting policies to establish, maintain and strengthen internal controls
- Streamlining, automating, and improving the accounting system (Sage 200) and associated invoicing processes
- Managing the finance team in all aspects of the accounting operations, including Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets and General Ledger.
- Monitoring the Cash flow for the group, working with the credit controller to improve debtor balances. Review and approve payments as well as managing bank accounts.
- Assisting with weekly, monthly, and annual reports for analysing results, identifying trends.
- Advising and supporting operational management teams with their financial performance
- Supervising, training and managing the Finance Team.
- Supporting the front line operations with their administration and reconciliations and accounts queries.
- Managing the annual audit with external accountants, audit personnel and tax professionals, as required. Submitting quarterly bank covenant information.
If you're an experienced, proactive Financial Controller with confidence in your ability, we'd love to hear from you! Please apply directly to the advert or to request an informal discussion about the role.
The Successful Applicant
- Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA), ideally with minimum of 7 years PQE
- Track record of managing a Finance Department
- Hands on financial management experience.
- Ability to present information to senior stakeholders and senior management.
- Continuous improvement mind-set.
- Experience liaising with external stakeholders including auditors/HMRC/banks etc.
- Good Communication skills.
- Experience driving improvements & influencing company strategy.
- Strong Excel & accounting systems experience/ Knowledge. (Sage desirable)
Competitive package on offer
Competitive salary of between £70,000 and £75,000 p.a. depending on experience
25 days holiday
Pension
Free on-site parking
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £70,000.00-£75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience of managing a Finance Department?
- Are you a qualified Accountant or with substantial QBE?
Experience:
- Accounting: 7 years (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kenilworth, CV8 1HW
Reference ID: PPFC01
