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Finance Controller

South Croydon Permanent £60,000 - £70,000 per year View Job Description
This role is for a Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), or an individual qualified by experience, who can work both independently and as part of a small team to lead and be fully responsible for all aspects of the financial and management accounts (end to end) of a long, established wholesale import-distribution business. Hybrid working is offered on the basis of 3 days (minimum) per week in the office
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  • Be the number 1 in finanace in a small but growing SME in Croydon
  • Preparation of monthly management accounts/reports and associated commentary

About Our Client

Growing £5m t/o business in Croydon.

Job Description

  • Monthly Management Reporting: Prepare comprehensive management accounts and insightful commentary to support informed decision-making.
  • Year-End Process Oversight: Lead the year-end process, coordinating the audit, and producing accurate statutory financial statements.
  • Strategic Planning: Collaborate with the Managing Director to develop budgets, forecasts, and dynamic business plans that drive growth.
  • Purchase Ledger Management: Ensure invoices are processed accurately and on time within the finance system, maintaining robust controls.
  • Payment Optimization: Design and implement an effective payment schedule, ensuring efficient cash flow and optimal invoice timing.
  • Sales Ledger Oversight: Manage customer accounts, prepare monthly statements, and follow up on payments to maintain healthy debtor days.
  • Cash Management: Oversee and reconcile multi-currency bank accounts, ensuring accurate cash tracking and control.
  • Foreign Currency Planning: Strategically plan foreign currency purchases in collaboration with the Managing Director to minimize risk.
  • Cash Flow Projections: Prepare detailed cash flow statements, both current and forward-looking, to ensure financial stability.
  • Financial Systems Management: Oversee the financial systems



The Successful Applicant

  • Qualified or QBE - ACA / ACCA / CIMA
  • Strong resolution focused approach to work, problem solving and continuous improvement;
  • Ability to proactively work independently and as part of a team (as required);
  • Implementation of finance systems would be an advantage, but is not essential;

What's on Offer

£60,000 + £70,000 + Bonus

Contact
Tom Camp
Quote job ref
JN-012025-6630688
Phone number
07467000142

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Controller
Sector
Business Services
Location
South Croydon
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Tom Camp
Consultant phone
07467000142
Job reference
JN-012025-6630688