Financial Controller

Job Title:Financial Controller Key Skills and Requirements:

• Fully qualified accountant with 3+ years of experience (preferably in the construction or manufacturing sector, though not essential).
• Strong knowledge of all ROI and NI legal and tax regulations, including Corporation Tax, VAT, RTD, PAYE, Customs & Excise, Intrastat, and VIES.
• Proven experience in budgets, forecasting, and designing/managing sales commission structures.
• Experience with accounting software such as Sage (or similar), payroll software, and proficiency in Microsoft applications, including Excel and Word.
• Prior experience managing annual company audits.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

1. Accounts Management:

• Oversee and manage all accounting processes for the Group (comprising two companies).
• Ensure the smooth operation of financial systems and processes across the organisation.

• Financial Reporting:

• Prepare financial and accounting management reports on a monthly and annual basis, including Profit & Loss statements, Balance Sheets, cash flow reports, fixed asset registers, and budgets.
• Provide detailed analysis and commentary on financial performance and trends to support strategic decision-making.

• Budgets and Forecasting:

• Lead the budgeting process, including preparation, analysis, and review with senior management.
• Develop and refine financial forecasts to guide the organisation’s strategy and decision-making.

• Sales Commission Structures:

• Design, implement, and manage sales commission structures that align with business objectives and incentivise performance.
• Provide regular reporting and analysis of sales commission effectiveness.

• Day-to-Day Financial Operations:

• Assist with everyday accounting activities and queries, including debtor and creditor management, banking transactions, payroll processing, and journal entries.
• Ensure accuracy and efficiency in transactional processes.

• System Improvement:

• Drive enhancements in financial systems and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Audit Coordination:

• Act as the primary point of contact for annual company audits, ensuring preparedness and compliance.

• Compliance and Taxation:

• Ensure compliance with all statutory and legal obligations across ROI and NI.
• Manage tax-related processes, including VAT, PAYE, Corporation Tax, and other regulatory filings.

• Stakeholder Interaction:

• Address financial queries from management, staff, customers, suppliers, and Revenue authorities, providing clear and timely responses.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to take ownership of financial processes and shape the strategic financial direction of a growing organisation.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension Scheme