Financial Controller

The successful candidate will likely have the following responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial data and reports, supporting decision-making at all levels.
• Maintain robust financial controls in compliance with accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
• Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights to senior management.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, collaborating with departmental heads to align financial goals with strategic objectives.
• Monitor and analyse budget performance, identifying variances and implementing corrective measures.
• Support long-term financial planning to align resources with growth strategies.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Manage cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds as needed.
• Oversee the company's treasury operations, including risk management, investments, and debt financing.
• Collaborate with banks and other financial institutions to manage relationships and optimize financing arrangements.

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure compliance with tax, legal, and regulatory requirements, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of changes in legislation.
• Coordinate external audit activities and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• Lead internal audits and implement measures to mitigate risk and enhance financial integrity.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop the small finance team of 2, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Drive initiatives for continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and team capabilities.
• Provide training and development opportunities to support team member's career progression.

Strategic Support

• Collaborate with the executive team to provide financial insights and strategies that support business growth.
• Analyse potential investments, mergers, and acquisitions, preparing reports to aid in decision-making.
• Lead or contribute to key projects related to finance and business transformation.