Live Role

Area Finance Controller

Salary

£60,000 to £75,000

Location

Harlow, United Kingdom

Employment

Full-Time

Sector

Industrial Engineering

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Role Overview

Area Finance Controller

Location: Harlow, Essex
Salary: Competitive + Benefits


Are you an experienced Finance Manager or Financial Controller looking for a senior finance position within an international business?

We are recruiting for an Area Finance Controller to take responsibility for financial reporting, controls, compliance, budgeting and team leadership within a multinational environment.

You will lead a small finance team while maintaining strong financial governance and supporting wider business decision-making.

The Role

  • Prepare monthly management accounts
  • Produce budgets and financial forecasts
  • Prepare cost-centre reporting
  • Manage annual audits
  • Support tax filings and statutory accounts
  • Manage cash and treasury activity
  • Oversee Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
  • Maintain accurate financial ledgers
  • Ensure compliance with UK GAAP / FRS 102
  • Maintain effective internal financial controls
  • Support ERP finance systems
  • Lead and develop junior finance colleagues
  • Provide financial analysis and reporting to management


What We’re Looking For

  • At least three years' experience at Finance Manager or equivalent level
  • Previous experience within a multinational organisation
  • Professional accountancy qualification
  • Degree or equivalent finance/accounting background
  • Strong GL accounting knowledge
  • Experience across tax, costing, AP, AR and financial reporting
  • Strong ERP systems experience
  • Advanced Excel capability
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Good understanding of UK GAAP / FRS 102.


This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking for broader ownership within an international environment.

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Area Finance Controller