Financial Controller - Robertson Bell : Job Details

Are you an experienced Financial Accountant, looking to make real change within a finance department? Do you thrive in a fast-paced finance environment, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively? Are you eager to manage a dynamic team and work to upskill the people you oversee?

Robertson Bell is proud to partner with a specialist public sector body in Northamptonshire, to recruit a permanent Financial Controller. This exciting role offers you the opportunity to contribute to a growing finance team, while also advancing your professional development in a supportive and collaborative environment.

In this Financial Controller role, you will:

• Oversee year end responsibilities, being fully involved in managing the statutory accounts.
• Manage a team of four, upskilling and training them. You should use excellent verbal and written communication skills to achieve this.
• Be the central point of contact for everything audit, including managing the interim internal process.
• Work closely with both external and internal stakeholders to improve processes and enhance efficiency within the finance department.

Why this role is perfect for you:

• Excellent benefits: a generous 25% employer contribution pension complimented with over thirty days of annual leave as standard.
• Ownership: to have your opinion heard and valued by numerous senior stakeholders, whilst also imparting your knowledge to your direct reports.
• Making a Difference: Work for an organisation that plays a key role in enhancing the community and making a positive impact on people’s lives.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Had full ownership of the year end process, being well adept at managing statutory accounts and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Strong people management skills, being able to approach each situation in a fair but firm manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Be a fully CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified accountant.

Application Process: Due to the high demand for this position, we encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the role may close early once enough suitable candidates have been shortlisted.

Join a forward-thinking organisation where your contributions will truly make a difference. Apply today and take the next step in your career!