Financial Controller

Rewards and Benefits on Offer * Competitive salary and benefits package including private healthcare and health cash plan policy * 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays * Company pension scheme * Sponsorship towards professional development and training opportunities * Great resources. The Company you will be working for; Our client is an established and successful company based in Sunderland. They are currently looking for a Financial Controller to join their team. If you are interested and meet the person specification of the job role, please apply below. The Job You’ll be Doing; * To analyse and report on key financial data within the organisation ensuring that Directors and Managers receive timely, accurate and relevant information. * Working under the directive of the director you will be responsible for 3 staff members. * To produce timely and reliable management information reports monthly. This will involve the preparation of the monthly MI for presentation to the Finance Director. * To develop and improve financial reporting to ensure that accounts are effectively produced and managed. * Take a lead role in the implementation of new systems and practices. * Working closely with Directors and relevant departments on major projects to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, budget and variance analysis. * Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of applications on specific contract terms and ensure accurate accounting treatment. * Review accounts receivable, aging reports and assist with direct reports for collections. * To ensure the AP, AR and banking functions are managed effectively and that all processing is up to date and key measures and controls are in place and adhered to. * To prepare annual budgets for review with department managers. * To review stock and work in progress and ensure they are accurately reflected in the accounts. * To prepare weekly/monthly cash flow planner and forecasts. * To manage the commercial finance(ID) facility. * Assist with any ad hoc projects and information requests by staff. * Hold monthly meetings with staff to discuss the performance of the department and relevant KPIs. About You; * ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualified. * Effective communication and interpersonal skills and a good team player. * Good knowledge of budgeting and forecasting issues and techniques. * Strong knowledge of accounting packages. * Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office in particular Excel. * Right to work in the UK. * Degree qualified or AAT Qualified. * ERP system experience. * Knowledge of construction industry VAT and HMRC schemes