Our client, a leading family run transport business is seeking to appoint an experienced Financial Controller to oversee all day-to-day finance operations and provide proactive financial leadership to their management team, while also managing key HR processes including payroll, HR compliance and supporting people initiatives across the organisation.Why This Role Stands Out:Senior, visible role with direct access to the Managing Director.Influence over how the business is run.Stable, profitable business with excellent culture and strong growth ambitions.Leadership position with scope to drive continuous improvement across the organisation.Key responsibilities:Lead the finance function, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, cashflow management and monthly management accounts.Prepare annual budgets, forecasts and regular financial reports for senior management, providing insight and recommendations to support decision-making.Ensure compliance with all statutory, tax and regulatory requirements, and be the primary contact for auditors, banks and other external stakeholders.Maintain and strengthen internal controls, financial policies and procedures to safeguard company assets and improve efficiency.Oversee payroll processing and associated returns, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.Support key HR processes and advise on and implement HR policies in line with employment legislation and company values.Contribute to wider projects and business improvement initiatives.Work closely with all teams and departments to contribute positively to the vision, culture, and customer experience.Undertake additional ad hoc duties as required from time to time.Experience:Qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with at least 5 years’ post-qualification experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role.Strong technical accounting skills with proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and cashflow management.Experience of payroll and an understanding of core HR processes; prior experience in a combined Finance Controller/HR Manager role would be an advantage.Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder-management skills.
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