Financial Controller (UK No.1)

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Job title: Financial Controller (UK No.1)

Company: Robert Half

Job description: Robert Half are partnering with global automotive business, with UK operations based in Staffordshire. The business are now looking to appoint a new Financial Controller (UK No.1).The Financial Controller (UK No.1) will be leading a finance function comprising of a small highly skilled team, your role encompasses the comprehensive spectrum of financial operations. From financial accounting, statutory compliance, budgeting and forecasting, tax compliance, including income tax and VAT. Continuously looking at improvements and the efficiency of function, reducing time in processing and more emphasis on adding commercial value.The Financial Controller (UK No.1) will be the linchpin in managing and reporting to the Global Head Office. Delivering monthly management accounts for the UK business. Your responsibilities extend to producing insightful variance analysis and finance commentary, contributing to the strategic decisions that shape the business’s success.Accounting & Audit: Handle accounting ledger maintenance, conduct regular reviews and evaluations, and participate in monthly/quarterly/yearly accounting and audit closings.Taxation: Manage corporation tax calculations and filings, VAT calculations, and Customs & Excise Duty computations. Ensure compliance with tax regulations and handle tax audits and inquiries.Finance & Treasury: Supervise daily treasury activities, manage working capital, and conduct weekly cash flow forecasting. Upgrade and maintain systems, analyse reports, and solve liquidity problems as planned.Business Plan & Budget Control: Contribute to the preparation and monitoring of annual business plans/budgets. Evaluate costs and revenues, improve budget control, and optimise costs.Corporate Governance and Internal Control: Prepare internal control testing and recommendations, ensure control on financial transactions, and implement strategic finance projects successfully.Management Information: Deliver analytical review reports on financial transactions, provide management information at various levels, and assist in delivering financial information and advice. Skills and Experience: ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications (At least 5 PQE)Preferably experience working with an International businessUK/International Accounting /Audit/tax professional qualifications with competent work experiences (career) preferable.Automotive industry experienceSAP experience and strong Excel skills.Competent accounting (UK GAAP and IFRS) Standards and Local Tax knowledgeExcellent Communication SkillsProfessional working manners and good attitudeRobert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-noticeSecurity alert: scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website: roberthalf.com/gb/en/how-spot-recruitment-scams-and-protect-yourself

Expected salary: £70000 – 90000 per year

Location: Staffordshire – Birmingham

Job date: Sun, 21 Jan 2024 02:59:19 GMT

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