7 Permanent, Accountancy jobs in Eastleigh, Devon

Job Description: As our new Group Financial Controller, you will be a pivotal member of our finance team. You will collaborate closely with the Group Finance Director (CFO) to shape and elevate our finance and payroll team. Your leadership will be crucial in driving outstanding business performance and ensuring the financial health of our rapidly expanding enterprise.,

• Strategic Leadership: Provide visionary leadership and direction to the Financial Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, Asset Finance, Insurance, Revenue Accounting, and Payroll teams. Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Team Empowerment: Inspire and empower your direct reports to take ownership of their areas, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Ensure they achieve agreed standards of performance, compliance, and efficiency.
• Operational Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the finance department, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, effective cash flow management, and robust financial controls. Lead a team of 6 direct reports who manage approximately 30 staff members.
• Proactive Approach: Adopt a proactive approach to finance and support functions, anticipating challenges and opportunities. Lead initiatives to improve processes, systems, and overall financial health of the organisation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to ensure alignment of financial goals with overall business objectives. Foster a collaborative environment where finance supports and drives business performance.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor and analyse financial performance, providing insights and recommendations to the Group Finance Director (CFO) and other senior leaders. Ensure the business meets its financial and non-financial targets.
• Continuous Improvement: Champion continuous improvement initiatives within the finance team and across the organisation. Identify areas for improvement and lead projects to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness.
• Change Management: Successfully lead significant change projects within a fast-paced environment. Manage the implementation of new systems, processes, and policies to support the evolving needs of the business.
• Financial Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely preparation of Group Consolidation, Annual Statutory Accounts, and tax filings. Maintain strong financial controls and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Cash Flow Management: Oversee cash flow management and forecasting, ensuring the business maintains adequate liquidity to meet its obligations and support growth initiatives.
• Data Analysis: Utilise strong analytical skills to review financial data and reports, providing actionable insights to support decision-making. Leverage technology and tools to enhance data analysis and reporting capabilities.
  
  Qualified Accountant: Minimum 5 years PQE (ACA equivalent), with diverse sector experience in Manufacturing, Logistics, or Construction.
• Audit and Industry Expertise: Ideally trained in a Top 20 Audit/Accountancy practice, with at least 3 years of industry experience.
• Inspirational Leader: A strong, empowering motivator who leads from the front.
• Exceptional Communicator: Outstanding communication, influencing, and collaboration skills, both written and verbal, with the gravitas to drive change within finance and across the business.
• Continuous Improvement Champion: Proven track record in leading continuous improvement initiatives.
• Change Management Pro: Successful leadership of significant change projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Financial Control Expert: Extensive experience in financial control, including Group Consolidation, Annual Statutory Accounts, and tax.
• Cash Flow Maestro: Strong cash flow management and forecasting skills.
• Tech-Savvy Analyst: Proficient in MS Office, with a keen analytical eye for reviewing data and reports.
  
  About Us: At Gregory Distribution Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services. Our finance and payroll teams are integral to the financial health and strategic planning of our company. They are responsible for producing accurate weekly and monthly management accounts, monitoring financial budgets across various business areas, and providing detailed financial reporting to stakeholders regularly. Additionally, our payroll team ensures timely and accurate compensation for all employees, supporting the overall efficiency and satisfaction within the company. By ensuring robust financial and payroll management, our teams support the company's growth and help us maintain our position as a leader in the industry.
  
  Salary: Competitive package to include benefits, car allowance, enhanced pension, Bonus, plus other benefits. Please add into the supporting statement current salary and expectations.
• Hours: 08:30hrs - 17:30hrs, Monday to Friday.
• Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support, and more.
• Career Growth: Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.
• Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance. Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme.
• Extras: Christmas Savings Club, Black Circle Tyre Discount, Cycle To Work Scheme, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
• Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support program.
• Team Environment: Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.