Applicants must reside and be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship **

MERJE are delighted to be partnered with a Corporate Finance client in their search for a talented Financial Controller.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting organisation as their no1 in Finance, leading a small team of 3 and reporting directly into the Founder.

You will have responsibility for the management of the Finance function including the provision of management information to support the Business, Directors and Senior Management, and will have active role as part of the Senior Leadership team.

You must have:

ACA / ACCA / CIMA
Sage Accounts & Sage Line 50 / CIMA Accredited Sage Certificate
Highly proficient in all Microsoft packages inc Excel for financial modelling
Your new role:

Day to Day Management of Finance Function and Finance Strategy
Production of Business Plans and Financial modelling for the Group and clients in conjunction with Chairman and Senior Management team
Cash and Treasury Management
Provision and development of management information
To assist HoB's in managing to achieve their KPI's and Budget Targets
Manage key commercial projects and assistance in deal progression where appropriate
Manage Yearend production of accounts and timetable
Compilation and production of detailed Management Accounts and weekly cashflow forecasts
Detailed Profitability Analysis by Income Stream
All Company KPI and management information reporting as required
All aspects of Payroll and VAT including Pensions Management
Responsible for all business controls and compliance matters
Finance Support for Managers and Staff including assisting them develop action plans
Maintenance and Reconciliation of All Ledgers
Development and provision of management information and supporting systems
Development of all Business Systems
Support and develop the Corporate Sales Process
Risk Management
Insurances Administration including building and liability, Cars, Professional Indemnity
Car Matters including lease hire agreements and insurance
Liaise with suppliers, calculate and compare costs for required goods or services to achieve maximum value for money including office supplies and stock purchase decisions
Provision of Statistics and analysis as required by the business
Meet deadlines as deterred by the CEO and the Board
Ad Hoc Projects and tasks as determined by the CEO and the Board
Actively drive career progression and self-growth
** This is a fully office based role in Preston, Lancashire **

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