Financial controller

An exciting opportunity has opened for a Financial Controller at a very well-established business based in North-Kent. This position will report directly to the Managing Director and is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in a similar position looking for the next step in their career. Duties Include but are not limited to: Preparing P L statements and monthly closing and accounting reports Compile and analyse financial information to prepare entries to accounts Establish, maintain and coordinate the implementation of accounting procedures Monitor and review accounting and related system reports for accuracy Prepare and analyse reporting information for budget, revenue, expense, payroll, cost, variances and more Analyse revenue and expenditure trends Resolve accounting discrepancies Recommend, develop and maintain financial databases and accounts software systems Supervise the input and handling of financial data and reports Interact with internal and external audits and auditing queries Develop the annual operating budget Provide accounting policy orientation Manage and supervise finance staff and provide necessary training sessions Compile weekly KPIs Control cashflow short and long term Select and authorise payments for AP in line with cashflow and payment terms Compile and reconcile VAT returns Payroll duties The ideal candidate will: Have proven experience in a similar position Be Qualified, minimum AAT. Have an excellent understanding of General Accounting Principles Have meticulous attention to detail and excellent communication skills Have a proactive can-do attitude and not be afraid to get stuck in and take on any task Please note due to the expected high volume of applicants, only suitable candidates will be contacted. This role is being managed by Tolga Cetin, Recruitment Consultant for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment. Not quite the right role but still looking? Whether you are entry or Executive level, our team of experienced Recruitment specialists can help you with your career. We are Kent rsquo;s leading independent consultancy and pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional service to both candidates and clients. Follow us on LinkedIn @thepearsonwhiffinrecruitmentgroup, Facebook @PearsonWhiffinRecruitment and Instagram @PearsonWhiffinRecruitment By working with us, you will be helping support charities across Kent; we have raised over GBP50,000 so far