Interim Group Financial Controller

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller to cover maternity leave. The role will involve overseeing financial operations for KOREC Group. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA) with experience in preparing accounts and managing a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Management Accounts: Preparation monthly management accounts for 2 group companies and quarterly accounts for 3 others.

• VAT Returns: Oversee VAT returns for both the UK and Ireland. Supervision and review will be required to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Customs Reconciliations: Ensure customs reconciliation processes are maintained and accurate.

• Annual Accounts & Audits: Liaise with auditors for the preparation of annual accounts

• Bank Account Management: Manage bank accounts and ensure payment reconciliations are up to date.

• Stock Analysis: Conduct stock analysis for the business, ensuring accurate valuation and reporting.

• Fixed Asset Reconciliations: Manage and reconcile fixed assets, including hire fleet assets in the UK and Ireland.

• Team Supervision: Supervise the Accounts Assistant and Purchase Ledger person, ensuring smooth operations and resolving any issues.

• Nominal Ledger Maintenance: Maintain the nominal ledger and resolve any issues with codes or batches.

• Ad-hoc Projects: Undertake additional projects as required by the Group Finance Director.

• Annual Budgets: Involvement in the budgeting process

• Insurance Claims: Handle insurance claims as required.

• Payroll: Manage some monthly payroll functions.

Key Requirements

• Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA)

• Experience: Extensive experience in preparing management accounts and financial reporting for a group of companies.

• Team Management: Experience supervising junior staff members, such as accounts assistants and purchase ledger personnel.

• Knowledge: Strong understanding of VAT, customs reconciliations, fixed assets, and annual accounting processes.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel).

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives

• Tailored induction, product training, and ongoing development opportunities

• 23 days of holiday (plus bank holidays) with the potential to increase to 30 days based on service

• Pension scheme, Simply Healthcare plan, and Life Insurance

• Extensive employee benefits package including Perk box, corporate gym access, Cycle to Work Scheme, Virgin Media discounts, and Technology Purchase Scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme and access to a Mental Wellbeing Resources Platform

• Accreditation as Investors in People and Investors in Wellbeing, highlighting our commitment to employee satisfaction and growth