Financial Controller

June 23, 2025
£70000 - £70000
Urgent

Job Description

Venari Finance is delighted to be exclusively supporting our key private equity backed client in Glasgow with the recruitment of a 12-14 month FTC Financial Controller.

This represents an exciting time to join the business, following several high-profile acquisitions. This role would suit a people-focused professional who is keen to work closely with senior stakeholders across the business.

The role will lead an experienced team of 4.

Role Overview:

  • Overall management and delivery of the month end financial reporting of the legal entities including financial analysis and commentary.
  • Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are completed accurately and within reporting deadlines with any queries resolved in a timely manner.
  • Cash management including tracking and forecasting.
  • Ownership of budgeting and forecasting for the legal entities, working closely with operational and commercial teams.
  • Ensure compliance on all tax related matters, including VAT, transfer pricing etc.
  • Support with grant claim processes and management of third-party assurance reviews.
  • Lead year-end statutory audit process, liaising with auditors.
  • Accounting reviews of new or modified areas, ensuring compliance with IFRS.
  • Develop and document business processes to drive continuous improvement and maintain and strengthen internal controls.
  • Support accounting system upgrades and identify target areas for system optimisation.
  • Effective collaboration with others within the reporting function along with the commercial and transactional finance teams.
  • Day to day management and development of the team.
  • Provision of ad-hoc support to the Director of Financial Reporting with involvement in projects as required.

Candidate Background:

  • Qualified Accountant
  • Good Interpersonal skill set
  • Hands-on approach to working

Package:

  • £70,000-£75,000
  • 2 days onsite in Glasgow city centre per week

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