An exciting opportunity has arisen - we are looking for a passionate and dedicated Financial Controller to join a fast growing financial services business based in Colchester, Essex.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to join a fast-growing business with significant exposure to Operations and non-finance.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the day to day Finance function
• Lead and manage full month end, full ownership of Profit & Loss preparation
• Managing a team of 2
• Prepare monthly reports for the board of directors, including P&L, Balance Sheet & Cashflow, and understand variances to budget and prior year.
• Manage end-of-year audits and statutory accounts across all UK & Europe locations.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, including VAT, withholding tax, Corporation Tax, and Payroll Tax/Social Security.
• Business Partner with Operations and General Managers.
• Attend weekly head of department meetings, either on-site or remotely.
• Manage and develop a team of 2 finance assistants.
• Oversee the annual budget process, ensuring templates are set up and working closely with operations to complete and review budgets.

Requirements:

• A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
• Extensive experience in financial management within the financial services industry.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial reporting and analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

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