Financial Controller

Sevenoaks Permanent £60,000 - £70,000 per year View Job Description
We're hiring a Financial Controller to run day‑to‑day finance while supporting a fractional CFO and the MD. Ideal for a qualified accountant who enjoys ownership, pace and visibility!
  • Chance to grow within a thriving business
  • Inclusive environment with progression opportunities

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established Distribution company are currently recruiting a Financial Controller to join them on-site on a full time basis. They are known for their innovative and high-quality products, and pride themselves on their impressive service.

This role requires a site-based presence.

Job Description

Reporting to the (part time) CFO and Managing Director, the Financial Controller duties include;



  • Working with a small accounts team to ensure provision of accurate and timely financial information.
  • Assigning ad-hoc tasks to the wider team.
  • Raising issues and weekly catch-up with the CFO.
  • Review of monthly management accounts and preparation of commentary
  • Presentation of management accounts and other financial information at weekly Finance Meetings.
  • Review and presentation of weekly reports (invoicing / cashflows / forecasts / aged stock).
  • VAT, customs duties and corporation tax compliance.
  • Preparation of annual accounts and consolidation.
  • Leading the annual audit.
  • Overall responsibility for annual budget.
  • Enhancing cash flow forecasting and working capital management.
  • May be invited to attend Board Meetings on specific matters of a financial nature.



The Successful Applicant

The successful Financial Controller should have:

  • A formal qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
  • Experience of working on Sage X3 or other similar ERP systems (SAP / Business Central / Micrososoft Dynamics).
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong Excel skills
  • A highly organised approach with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Relevant experience gained within a similar SME
  • Demonstrable experience of effective working relationships inside and outside the business
  • Line management experience, including personal development reviews
  • MUST DRIVE to get to the location

What's on Offer

  • Generous holiday leave of 25 days plus bank holidays.
  • An employer pension contribution of 6%.
  • The opportunity to work in a supportive and professional environment.



If interested then please do apply to this Management Accountant position for immediate consideration.

Contact
Nicole Hill
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6919920
Phone number
+44 2078 312000

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Management Accountant
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
Sevenoaks
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nicole Hill
Consultant phone
+44 2078 312000
Job reference
JN-012026-6919920