Group finance manager controller

Company Background: We are recruiting for the UK European Division of a large and well-established US owned organisation with worldwide operations. They operate in a niche sector market providing technical and data driven solutions to a diverse client base including both private and public sector entities. They are expanding turnover and profit due to their market leading technology and top-quality people. The Role: Managing a small team, you will lead the month end close process and reporting requirements for multiple European entities. In addition, there will be a major emphasis on business improvement projects covering processes and systems enhancements. We are seeking an experienced Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA) professional with a proven track record who will provide the necessary financial reporting, compliance and support whilst making improvements to financial procedures and controls. This is a key and newly created position with an important role to play in the management and development of junior members of the team. Key Responsibilities: * Lead the month-end close process for agreed areas of responsibility, supported by the finance team, in accordance with agreed timetables * Ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled monthly. Address any issues arising from the balance sheet reconciliations and clear within the following month * Reconciliation of the monthly sales (including unbilled revenue) to ensure ERP System agrees with the Monthly Sales Summary * Prepare appropriate month-end accruals and prepayments with supporting information * Ensure all FX postings are made in month * All bank accounts are fully reconciled on a weekly basis and prepare a regular cashflow forecast for all accounts in all entities * Manage cash flow to ensure funds are always available to meeting requirements, working with Corporate Treasury to minimize FX risks * Support the audit planning process to ensure all deliverables are provided within the agreed timescales working closely with Shared Services * Ensuring each business within the Group meets all its statutory and financial compliance obligations * Assist with all data requests for information in respect to audit and statutory compliance purposes * Lead, manage and develop a small but highly professional team Candidate Profile: * Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA) with post qualification experience * Strong technical financial and balance sheet accounting knowledge * Relevant experience within a similar role * Good communication and team management skills * The ability to work efficiently whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail * Ability to manage your workload working within a fast-paced business * Staff management experience * International exposure to a complex business, preferably US based GBP60,000 - GBP75,000 + Benefits