Assistant Financial Controller

Assistant Finance Controller
Westerham, Kent | Hybrid working | £50,000 + £6,920 car allowance + 10% bonus

Are you a qualified accountant looking for a role where you can take real ownership, work closely with senior leadership, and play a key part in the financial direction of a growing international business?

I'm working with a well-established organisation in Westerham who are looking to appoint an Assistant Finance Controller to support the Finance Controller and take responsibility for core reporting, controls and financial processes across the business.

This is a varied role offering a mix of hands-on accounting, reporting, audit support and business partnering, with excellent exposure to senior stakeholders and group reporting.
What's in it for you

• Salary £50,000 + £6,920 car allowance
• 10% annual bonus
• Hybrid working - 3 days on site / 2 from home
• Early finish every Friday (1pm)
• Key role within the finance team with real responsibility
• Opportunity to work within an international / US-owned business
• Long-term progression potential

Working hours:

• Monday 08:30 - 17:00
• Tuesday - Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
• Friday 08:00 - 13:00
• 30-minute lunch break

The role:

You'll work closely with the Finance Controller supporting the day-to-day finance function and ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls and compliance across the business.
Duties will include:

• Supporting month-end, quarter-end and year-end close
• Preparing financial statements, journals and reconciliations
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and reporting
• Managing audit processes and statutory reporting
• VAT / tax submissions and compliance
• Supporting internal controls and SOX requirements
• Working with commercial and operational teams on cost control
• Maintaining finance procedures and improving processes
• Supporting group reporting within a US-owned structure
• You'll also work closely with other departments to ensure financial decisions are driven by accurate data and reporting.

What we're looking for

• Qualified accountant - CIMA / ACCA / ACA
• Good depth of experience in a finance / accounting role
• Strong financial reporting and month-end experience
• Experience working in a commercial or group environment
• Good knowledge of ERP / finance systems and Excel
• Understanding of US GAAP and SOX compliance
  (doesn't need to be expert level but must understand working within US-owned / US reporting structures)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across teams

This role would suit someone currently working as a: Senior Accountant / Finance Manager / Assistant Controller / Management Accountant, who is looking to step into a broader, more senior position.

Interested?
Apply now for a confidential conversation.

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