Our client, is currently seeking a Senior Financial Controller to join their Finance Operations Centre of Excellence team. This permanent position involves overseeing the management account process for UK-based corporate functions, cash reporting and forecasting, management of the UK payroll accounting team, and various UK-led Accounts Payable initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:*Overall responsibility for the preparation of management accounts for UK-based Corporate Services functions, including 40 cost centres with a cost base over $76m
*Liaising with the Montreal-based corporate FP&A team and overseeing monthly Accounts Payable reconciliation
*Supporting multiple budget holders on finance matters
*Maintaining robust financial controls, including reviewing balance sheet reconciliations using the BlackLine reconciliation tool
*Managing the UK-based Payroll Accounting team responsible for monthly payroll reconciliations and costing to the UK businesses
*Reviewing weekly cash reports and monthly cashflow forecasts
*Assisting with UK-led Accounts Payable initiatives, such as the expansion of purchase order usage in the UK business
*Managing and developing UK staff, and participating in ad hoc projects
*Communicating with non-financial staff to ensure compliance with Group systems, procedures and policies
Job Requirements:
Technical and Professional Experience:
*Qualified in a recognised professional accountancy qualification
*Extensive management account experience
*Good working knowledge of payroll accounting and Accounts Payable functions
*People management experience

Behavioural:
*Sound analytical skills
*Strong people management skills
*Customer awareness
*Organised and able to work in a structured way
*Ability to communicate and influence at all levels
*Ability to work on own initiative
*Ability to work to deadlines
Benefits:*Competitive salary
*Opportunity to work within a dynamic and supportive team
*Professional development and career progression opportunities
*Comprehensive employee benefits package

If you are an experienced financial professional looking to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client’s esteemed team.