Financial Controller – St Albans

Financial Controller, qualified Accountant, strong modelling, nr St Albans, c£75,000

Financial Controller for expanding media company. Seeking strong background in financial control, monthly accounts preparation and advanced Excel modelling.

Supporting the FD, this role is critical in ensuring compliance with financial regulations and providing insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation of statutory accounts in accordance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, UK GAAP).
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, and scenario analysis.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, including VAT, corporation tax, and other statutory filings.
• Liaise with external auditors, managing the audit process and addressing queries.
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls and financial procedures.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Lead and mentor a small finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role.
• Strong knowledge of statutory accounting and financial reporting standards.
• Advanced Excel skills, including financial modeling, pivot tables, macros, and complex formulas.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) is desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Desirable Attributes:

• Experience in a fast-paced or high-growth environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to process improvement.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance bonus
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Hybrid working options
• Professional development support