We’re seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead our finance function, working closely with the Chief Financial Officer and department Heads, the Financial Controller will be responsible for the overall financial health of the business, ensuring accurate collection, analysis and consolidation of financial data and reporting, compliance, and effective financial management. This role requires a commercially minded finance professional who can provide insights to drive business performance while creating and maintaining robust financial controls, processes and systems.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Key member of the team responsible for all aspects of the finance function
• Driving the implementation and ongoing improvements/maintenance of an ERP system, enabling improved analysis and decision making
• Effective management of the Finance team reporting to you, including training and personal development opportunities, 1-1s and reviews
• Ensure accuracy of GL postings and integrity of balance sheet and related control
• Enhance, maintain and document efficient processes and a robust control environment to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial information
• Review existing financial & related processes to improve provision of timely and accurate Financial & Management information
• Prepare Monthly Management Accounts for accuracy
• Prepare monthly commentaries on key variances (budget/forecast)
• Support Preparation of the annual Budget, training department heads in owning their expenditure
• Prepare and manage Forecasts (BS, P&L, & rolling 17 week Cashflow) in conjunction with other teams
• Support CFO in the preparation of Board financial presentations ensuring that the strategy is properly articulated in conjunction with the Executive team
• Lead contact for tax related matters including Corporation Tax, VAT, PAYE, Pension and Shares
• Build on and adhere to the company financial policies, procedures & values
• Suggest changes or improvements to increase accuracy, efficiency, and cost reductions
• Managing relationships with Asset Finance company and HMRC
• Liaising with Tax Advisors and external Accountants in relation to Statutory Accounts
• Supporting Payroll activities

STANDARD RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish, develop and maintain effective working relationships with all work colleagues, contractors and partnering agencies to ensure an integrated contribution to Garner Osborne’s corporate objectives
• Observe and comply with all company policies and procedures and for Health and Safety at Work
• Be actively engaged in contributing towards an inclusive culture, creating spaces for diverse perspectives, and serving as an ally in the workplace
• Participate in learning and development activities that develop personal effectiveness and assist in improving performance in the role, including the development of others within the business.
• Support and contribute to business initiatives and objectives
• Undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required in line with the level of responsibility of the post and to meet the changing needs of the organisation