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Financial Controller

Search Consultancy

AnyEdinburgh
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Posted by Search Consultancy

Job Description

Search are supporting the recruitment of a part-time Financial Controller to join an established professional services business in Edinburgh. Reporting directly to senior leadership, this is a broad, commercially focused role with responsibility for the entire finance function across multiple entities.This position would suit an experienced Financial Controller or an ambitious Management Accountant looking to step into a more strategic role. You'll have significant exposure to business performance, operational decision making and senior stakeholders whilst maintaining a hands on involvement in financial reporting, forecasting and financial control. Your responsibilities will include:* Lead the finance function across multiple group entities* Produce monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets & cashflow reporting* Deliver commercial insight & financial analysis to support strategic decision-making* Partner with operational leaders to improve profitability & business performance* Maintain financial controls, balance sheet integrity & statutory compliance* Manage year-end accounts, consolidations and audit processes* Oversee payroll, treasury & investment reporting activities* Manage relationships with auditors, banks & professional advisors* Lead finance process improvements & system developments* Manage & develop a small finance teamSkills and experience that will benefit your application:* Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)* Previous experience in a Financial Controller or similar leadership role* Management accounting, forecasting and financial reporting experience* Experience working across multiple entities and jurisdictions* Analytical skills with ability to translate financial data into business insight* Commercial mindset with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders* Experience leading process improvements and finance transformation initiatives* Knowledge of group consolidations, transfer pricing or foreign exchange considerations* Experience managing or overseeing company investments, treasury activities or investment reporting What's in it for you:* Salary of 70,000-80,000 full-time equivalent (FTE) depending on experience* Hybrid working options* Flexible 3 or 4 day working week* Senior leadership exposure and genuine influence on business decisions* Opportunity to own and develop the finance function* Broad remit spanning finance, operations and investments* Collaborative and supportive cultureTo apply or find out more:Please submit your CV at the earliest opportunity and/or get in touch at ##### is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.