Financial Controller

Recruiter
Michael Page
Location
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Salary
Negotiable
Posted
30 Jul 2018
Closes
30 Aug 2018
Ref
13939251/001
Contact
Olivia Crook
Contract type
Permanent
Hours
Part time

We are currently recruiting for a Financial Controller to join a rapidly expanding leisure sector business in Leeds City Centre. The purpose of this role will be to lead the Financial Accounts & Accounts Payable teams, be responsible for the completion of accurate month end management accounts, year end statutory reporting and tax compliance.

Client Details

Our client is a rapidly growing leisure business who have recently secured private equity backing. They are growing quickly and are looking for an experienced Financial Controller to support the growth and ensure robust financial controls.

Description

The role will lead of team of 7 with 2 direct reports. A summary of the responsibilities are listed below:

  • Lead the financial accounts and purchase ledger teams

  • Monthly management accounts

  • Balance sheet reconciliations and understanding of variances

  • Budgeting and forecasting

  • Income reports

  • Annual stat accounts

  • Liaising with external audit team

  • CT tax pack

  • Cashflow forecasting, sense-checking and reporting on differences between budgeted and actual cashflow

  • Monthly and quarterly VAT

  • Accounting systems - Sage and Cognos

  • Ad hoc projects

Profile

  • Attention to detail and an enquiring mind
  • Ability to demonstrate accuracy and time management
  • Can positively challenge to bring out the best in others
  • Can build strong working relationships and networks to enable success
  • Has the ability to manage numerous projects whilst remaining calm
  • Is resilient and passionate about their role
  • Excellent Excel skills
  • Creates a motivating culture for the team.
  • Strong technical accountant
  • ACA qualification preferred
  • Job Offer

    On offer for the successful candidate is a market leading package including a 25% annual bonus.

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