Financial Controller

• Our client is a leading importer/distributor to Hospitals and Pharmacies.

• Collaborate with the Managing Director to effectively allocate resources for day-to-day financial operations, including bookkeeping, invoice processing, customer billing, accounts receivable, inventory management, and bank transaction processing. Oversee and ensure the smooth execution of these activities on an ongoing basis;
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including reconciliation of accounts, accruals, and prepayments;
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the business’s operational and commercial activities, enabling the interpretation of financial results in line with management’s expectations. Identify and investigate any discrepancies or areas of concern;
• Maximise the use of financial reporting systems and business intelligence tools to analyze financial data at a granular level and present insights in a clear and concise manner;
• Prepare and present a monthly management report to senior leadership, providing insights into financial performance and key business drivers;
• Handle the processing of monthly payroll and ensure that all related filings with local authorities are accurate and timely;
• Manage the preparation and submission of VAT and income tax returns, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and overseeing tax payments and refunds;
• Oversee the preparation of annual financial statements and coordinate with external auditors during the year-end audit process;
• Monitor and manage accounts payable, inventory levels, and accounts receivable to optimise cash flow and working capital;
• Develop and manage the annual budgeting process, including regular reforecasting to reflect changing business conditions;
• Provide financial oversight and support for the broader group of companies, including renewable energy and investment holding entities, ensuring consistent and accurate financial reporting;
• Support the Managing Director in evaluating strategic business opportunities, including assessing the financial impact of major transactions, potential investments, and business combinations;
• Manage the company's banking relationships, including compiling financial data for proposals, liaising with bank representatives, and proactively managing the Group’s cash flow and funding requirements;
• Handle any other finance-related tasks or projects as required by the Group.

• Possess a university degree in Accounting or ACCA qualification;
• Proven experience in a similar role;
• Showcase excellent proficiency in the MS Office package, with particular emphasis on advanced Excel skills;
• Previous experience with accounting systems, particularly Sage, will be considered a stong asset.

• Possess outstanding communication skills;
• Demonstrate the capability to work independently, while also thriving in collaborative team environments;
• Exhibit strategic thinking, able to foresee opportunities and challenges, and contribute to long-term organizational objectives;
• Showcase robust analytical prowess and adept problem-solving abilities, enabling effective decision-making and innovative solutions.

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