Financial Controller

Sewell Wallis are currently recruiting for a Financial Controller to join a growing consultancy in Leeds city centre (fully office based).

My client is looking for an individual who is fully qualified, ideally CIMA/ACA/ACCA with experience of working in a similar role.

What will you be doing?

• Managing all aspects of financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts for the Senior Leadership Team and Board.
• Accounts payable processes to ensure timely payments and accurate record-keeping. (Purchase ledger runs and any other ad hoc payments/internal transfers).
• Implementing and maintaining effective financial management systems, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
• Preparing budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses to guide business decisions for p&l, cash flow and the balance sheet.
• Working with external auditors during audits and ensuring all necessary documentation is prepared.
• Utilising accounting software such as Sage and Xero to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Reconciling the sales invoices on a monthly basis and providing support to the fee process, overseeing the WIP document and process.
• All banking and associated tasks including bank reconciliation.
• Intercompany invoicing/payments.
• Ensuring accurate and timely tax compliance and filings (including VAT, Corporation Tax).
• Payroll for 3 companies using Sage Payroll with the assistance of the Group Business Manager.
• Ensuring all payroll and tax journals are accurately posted and liabilities recorded.
• Trustee pension scheme general administration including payroll for retirees and any other payments/arrangements.

What skills do we need?

• Qualified Accountant, ideally CIMA/ACA/ACCA.
• Strong background in management and financial accounting.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to liaise with senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Sage and Xero.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Experience within the Construction sector would be advantageous.

What's on offer?

• 27 days holiday.
• Competitive benefits.
• Supportive working environment.

For further details please contact Emma Dugdale.

To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on.